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Some women might feel discomfort when her baby first starts breastfeeding—it will get easier.

"I have heard that breastfeeding is difficult and it hurts."

Photo of mom nursing her child

"I have heard that breastfeeding is difficult and it hurts."

  • Correct position and latch will prevent pain.
  • Bring your baby to you—touching baby's nose to your nipple; make sure that you are tummy to tummy with your baby.
  • Check to make sure the angle of your baby's mouth is wide around your areola.
  • Make sure that your baby's lips are rolled out like "fish lips."
Try This

If you are feeling pain, get help from a WIC peer counselor, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), your medical provider, or La Leche League.

How to Breastfeed: Correct Latch

Learn how to correctly latch a baby to your breast and reduce pain.

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