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I would put on some rose colored glasses and use basic latch techniques. At
least one inch from the base of the nipple (or perhaps a bit more) needs to
go into baby's mouth. Use asymmetrical latch to get a good portion of the
breast into baby's mouth. Positioning and latch techniques should be
optimal (correct). If it still hurts with good positioning and deep latch -
look to the baby for why. Tongue tie, tight jaws/muscles in neck/body,
retracted tongue, etc.
I have worked with moms who had little to no areola. We measure 1 inch from
the base of the nipple and I tell mom that baby must get at least that much
into his mouth. Some moms will use a ballpoint pen to draw a reference
line. :-) It isn't how big or small the areola is.it is how much breast
gets into the baby's mouth. :-)
Good luck!
J
Jaye Simpson, IBCLC, CIIM
Breastfeeding Network
Sacramento, CA
www.breastfeedingnetwork.net
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