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quizzes experts
Breastfeeding is natural, but it
doesn't come naturally to every mom. Find out how to overcome the
most common nursing difficulties, like latch-on problems, nipple
confusion, and engorgement.
experts
I
had a breast reduction. Will I be able to breastfeed?
Q: I had a breast
reduction 12 years ago and they left the nipple intact but took quite
a bit of glandular tissue. I'm 5 weeks pregnant. Will I be able to
breastfeed?
A: With breast reduction surgery, if the nipple is moved it severs
the connections to the glands and afterwards nursing is exceedingly
unlikely. But if the nipple is protected, most women can breastfeed
well, even if a lot of glandular tissue was removed.
I recommend a
meeting with a lactation consultant when possible. They can be so
helpful at getting nursing going.
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should know:
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