The baby should be positioned so that she is not only taking in the nipple into her mouth, but part of the breast as well at the areola area.

Lift your breast with your palm and offer the nipple as well as the breast to the baby. Do not pinch the nipple or the breast or try to push the nipple into the baby’s mouth. Touch the baby’s lips with your nipple.

As soon as she opens her mouth wide and shows interest in feeding, latch her onto your breast.

The nipple should be inserted above the centre of the baby’s mouth, so that it points towards the palate.

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