A "Breastfeeding Latch Trick"

"Breastfeeding Latch Trick from DrMomma.org"
A white breast is shown, with the nipple being pinned upward by a finger.

1) Pinch the areola right next to your nipple so the nipple can be moved (it may take a second for the nipple to evert if it was otherwise flat). You can use your thumb and first finger, or 2 fingers - whichever is easier for that side and the shape of your breasts. If you have 'puffy' breasts, you can also position the rest of your hand under your breast to lift it up slightly and away from your chest.

2) Turn the nipple up so it is pointing at your face. Do not be shocked if some milk exits. This is normal as you are putting very slight pressure on the milk ducts. There is no need to wipe off the milk as the scent will only help to encourage baby to nurse.

3) Position baby's mouth at the bottom of your upturned nipple, so baby's mouth is open over your nipple/finger and onto the above areola.

4) When you let go, the nipple will land deep into baby's mouth - where it is meant to be for comfortable latch and sucking.

This article includes a few videos, demonstrating this maneuver for folks who want to see it in action.

"Breastfeeding Latch Trick"

I'm not a lactation consultant, but I am happy to help trouble-shoot any part of pregnancy, birth, and parenting with you as needed, and help you find resources who know more than me if I'm stumped!

In cahoots,
~Sasha