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[Alpaca Wacka]

FYI-My midwife did her thesis on nipple shields... she's pretty laid back about em... says that they really aren't so bad now that they're so thin. Says you should eventually wean off of them... but really didn't seem to have the urgent attitude so many have. So! Not every professional hates them! Maybe that will help you feel a bit more legitimized?!?

[chely7425]

Originally Posted by Alpaca Wacka

FYI-My midwife did her thesis on nipple shields... she's pretty laid back about em... says that they really aren't so bad now that they're so thin. Says you should eventually wean off of them... but really didn't seem to have the urgent attitude so many have. So! Not every professional hates them! Maybe that will help you feel a bit more legitimized?!?

Yes!! That does make me feel better... that along with the fact that my doula used one for 20 months helps... I just wish this was a bit easier!! Or that I was more coordinated at it, or something!

[Chinese Pistache]

I wanted to say that lactation specialist we saw says that as long as the nipple shields fit properly, they are usually just fine for long term use. The new silicone ones are so thin, lowered supply usually aren't a problem.

Good luck. Nursing in the beginning is challenging no matter what. After 6 wks, things get so much better. I'm currently counting down :P

[chely7425]

Originally Posted by Chinese Pistache

I wanted to say that lactation specialist we saw says that as long as the nipple shields fit properly, they are usually just fine for long term use. The new silicone ones are so thin, lowered supply usually aren't a problem.

Good luck. Nursing in the beginning is challenging no matter what. After 6 wks, things get so much better. I'm currently counting down :P

Good to know!!! He definitely seems to get a ton of nipple-age into the shield and I haven't had any supply issues so far I am counting down too...