How to Solve Common Latch Problems With Breastfeeding

Hi Alice! I see you have concerns regarding latching. I shall attempt to answer both here. Improper latch affects the breastfeeding experience for both mum and bub. The first one is most obvious - incorrect latching often results in pain during breastfeeding from superficial nipple soreness to clogged ducts because milk isn't removed promptly or effectively. This may cause a lot of pain and discomfort for mums, and discouragement as well. Incorrect latching may also mean your baby isn't getting to all of the breastmilk he or she needs to grow and thrive. Long term, it may affect their weight gain. As the baby isn't effectively removing the milk from the breasts well, your body may be getting the signal that less milk is needed, and hence milk production may slow and supply drops. This again affects the mother's confidence in her ability to breastfeed. As you can see, the impact and consequences of an incorrect latch are far-reaching! A lot of breastfeeding issues can be easily a