Apply market research to generate audience insights. Measure content performance. Develop and improve products. List of Partners vendors. A nipple shield is a breastfeeding product that's used in special situations.
It's a very thin, soft piece of rubber or silicone that covers the areola and nipple. A small opening at the tip of the nipple area allows breast milk to flow from your breast, through the shield, and to your baby. A nipple shield is a helpful breastfeeding device, but only in certain circumstances.
If you use a nipple shield when you don't need it, it could lead to breastfeeding problems. Here are some of the situations when breastfeeding with a nipple shield may be helpful. Latch on Difficulties: A nipple shield is sometimes used to help newborns who have a tough time latching on. It may be easier for a baby to latch onto the shield than the breast.
Premature Babies: Some preemies do well with a small-sized nipple shield when they are learning to latch on. It can help their little mouths latch on to the nipple which may be a bit big for them. It also takes much less of a preemie's precious energy to keep a nipple shield in their mouth. Then, as they grow, they can be weaned from the shield and begin breastfeeding directly on the bare breast. Tongue-Tied Infants: Babies born with ankyloglossia, or tongue-tie , may have trouble latching on to the breast.
If a baby cannot latch on correctly, he may not be able to get enough breast milk and gain weight well. A poor latch from a tongue-tie can also cause painful, sore nipples. A nipple shield may be helpful in this situation. Flat, Retracted, or Inverted Nipples: Nipple shields may help to draw out flat, retracted, or inverted nipples making it easier for a baby to latch on to the breast.
Sore Nipples: A breast shield can protect sore nipples. If it's too painful to breastfeed because you have sore, cracked nipples, a nipple shield can help to make breastfeeding feel comfortable.
Why might I use a nipple shield? How long would I use a nipple shield? What should I do if I think I need a nipple shield? A lactation consultant can: Fit you with a nipple shield that's the right size. Help you make sure that your baby is latching deeply and drinking well from your breast. Advise you on how long to use a nipple shield. Offer tips on how to wean your baby from the shield when the time comes. It doesn't hurt or pinch when your baby sucks. The shield isn't puckered or dented when your baby is latched.
You hear and see your baby swallowing. Your baby is sucking and swallowing in a regular pattern. You may feel your milk let down. You see milk in the shield when your baby comes off the breast. Your baby has the expected number of wet and dirty diapers. Your baby is gaining weight. When should a nipple shield not be used? Why is it important to get help when using a nipple shield? This is important because: Using a nipple shield incorrectly may reduce milk supply.
Breastfeeding correctly causes your body to make hormones that keep up your milk supply. A nipple shield should be put on properly so that your baby can latch deeply and drink well from your breast. If the latch is not correct, not enough milk will be removed from your breast. If you cannot get comfortable or breastfeeds are taking an hour or more, seek help from an LLL Leader who can give you personalised suggestions.
Holding your baby in skin-to-skin contact can make a big difference too. You can either lie down or recline with your baby on top of you and with his whole front against you and his body completely supported by yours. Such positions also leave both your hands free to shape your breast and help him latch. Some babies take time to learn.
Try letting your baby lie on your body as you recline so that both his chest and tummy are against you. In such positions, babies can also latch on when sleepy or even asleep.
Watch for signs your baby is stirring and gently encourage feeding. If he is not breastfeeding effectively or at all you will need to express your milk for him. This will help maintain your milk production while he learns to breastfeed.
An LLL Leader can give you tips for effective milk expression. Offer frequent feeds and monitor wet and dirty nappies for evidence your baby is getting plenty of milk. His weight will need checking regularly—as often as every three days for premature babies. Treat early signs of localised engorgement to avoid a blocked duct or mastitis. Practicaliti es Type and fit Modern nipple shields are made of clear ultra thin silicone.
Different makes vary in flexibility. Some shields have a cut out section, but these may not stay in place as well as a full nipple shield. Full nipple shields do not bother babies or affect their breathing.
Nipple shields come in different sizes but choice is limited. Both the width of the tip section and the shape of the flat part vary and you may need to experiment to find which size and shape you prefer. A comfortable fit is very important and some mothers need more than one size of nipple shield due to differences between their breasts.
Applying Stretching the shield onto the breast can help it stay in place. Turn the nipple shield almost inside out before applying it. Stretch the shield over your breast, with the tip centred over your nipple.
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