5/18/2023 0 Comments Misshapen nipples breastfeeding![]() ![]() ![]() Please contact your baby’s primary care office for concerns regarding excessive weight loss, poor weight gain, drowsiness, poor urine output, or minimal stooling. Who should I contact if my baby is not breastfeeding well or I am having pain during breastfeeding? Minimal weight loss (Babies should have one wet diaper on day one, two wet diapers on day two, three wet diapers on day three, and so on. Your baby is having appropriate urine and stool output for his age.Your baby nurses 8-12 times per day and seems satisfied after most feeds.Your breasts should feel softer and lighter after your baby has fed.Hearing your baby swallow at least every third suck once your milk comes in, usually 3-5 days after birth.Consistent sucking with only brief pauses. ![]() Feeling a strong “tugging” or “pulling” sensation, NOT biting or pinching.If breastfeeding hurts, please seek help as soon as possible. Your nipple should not be misshapen or creased after the feeding. Your baby should be latched onto not just your nipple but also have all or most of your areola in his mouth. Your baby’s lips should be flanged (rolled out) and the mouth open to a 140-degree angle. A good latch should be deep and feel pain-free or nearly pain-free.To help us determine if your baby is eating enough, we look for several signs of a good feeding: Unlike bottle-fed babies, we often don’t know exactly how many ounces of breast milk a baby receives at the breast. This is a widespread concern in the first couple of weeks of life. Many parents worry if their baby is getting enough to eat at the breast. ![]()
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