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Re: pulling and clamping on breast
From:
"Deborah L. Tobin, RN, BSN. IBCLC" <[log in to unmask]>
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Lactation Information and Discussion <[log in to unmask]>
Date:
Tue, 28 Oct 1997 21:19:19 -0500
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In a message dated 10/28/97 4:24:47 PM, you wrote:

<< pulling and clamping on her nipple during breastfeeding.... sometimes it
is at the end of a feeding. >>

Could this be baby's attempt to elicit another MER and increase flow?
Mom could try at first sign of pulling: breast massage on side baby is
nursing on to facilitate flow, then stimulate opposite nipple and use a
relaxation technique to elicit MER.

Deb

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