Medela Nipple Shilelds Are A Nursing Saver! By cemomster on - Updated Oct 15, 2011
In preperation for my daughter's birth, I started to see a lactation consultant. I had extreme difficulties nursing my son, so I wanted to be prepared this time around.
I found out my nipples were inverted, thus leading to a difficult latch on. While in the hospital, the nurse suggested I try the nipple shields. You place the shield over your nipple, and the raised portion acts as a nipple over your nipple, giving baby something to latch on to. This also helps your nipple naturally come out from its inversion.
The first time I used this, was like watching a comedy of sorts. I was trying to attach it to my breast, keep it in place and hold my daughter at the same time. After a few uses, I started using my Lanolin cream as a glue to keep in place.
This nipple shield worked (along with my nipple guard). I only needed to use it a few days, until my nipples came out and my daughter could latch on correctly.
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Medela Contact Nipple Shield Purchased at: Hospital Price: $7.00
Sounds like this could be helpful for a lot of Mommies!
My son refused to latch and eventually out lactation consultant gave me one of these. What a lifesaver! This shield was the ONLY thing that allowed me to nurse my son. I never could wean him off it, but we never had any of the problems you hear about. Thanks for sharing!
I think its so great they have so many products out now to help mom's overcome breastfeeding issues! Glad these worked for you.
Our son had a problem with regular nursing but once my wife used one of these, he was like a vacuum end.
I probably wouldnt have enough hands for this. I am so glad they have things like this to help those who have trouble even though these wouldnt have helped me.
I don't think that I would be paitent enought for these either. I would honestly just bottlefeed that kid... I say that , but I don't have any children so I guess I can't talk. Thanks for the reivew!
So glad these worked for you, there's nothing quite as special as nursing your child... cuts down on formula costs, too!