Patient's question:
I just had a baby, and I started producing milk in the afternoon. Now the baby can breastfeed, but my nipples are somewhat inverted, looking like they don't exist. How can the baby breastfeed? Now the milk is increasing a lot, and it's very painful. I want to ask how to deal with inverted nipples during breastfeeding?Doctor's answer:
Having inverted nipples during breastfeeding can very likely affect the baby's ability to feed, so it is advisable to implement pulling exercises or use a breast pump to help correct them. It is recommended to perform gentle massage for about half an hour daily, and then let the child suckle to see if there is any improvement. Temporarily, you can use a breast pump to empty the breasts. It is suggested to use a bottle for breastfeeding. There is no need to be too anxious, as it generally does not have a significant impact. Adjust your physical and mental health, maintain personal hygiene, and avoid bacterial invasion due to weakened immunity.