In a message dated 01/14/2005 12:13:15 PM Central Standard Time, 
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> An LC that I respect very much once told me that you can start cutting off
> the tip portion of the nipple shield gradually untill the baby gets used
> to having the nipple in his mouth instead of the nipple shield.
> I have never tried it. I'd love the hear the opinions of others on this
> matter.
> 
> Vaishali Kute, MD
> 
This is not recommended with the silicone nipple shields, as it leaves a 
razor sharp edge that can slice into the nipple or baby's mouth.


Kathy Parkes, RN, IBCLC, RLC
The Lactation Connection (TLC), Inc.
San Antonio, TX

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