The Wrong Help Can Hurt Nipple pain is often cited as the main reason that mothers quit breastfeeding before they want to. Indeed, many of us have been there - nursing our newborn through gritted teeth and white knuckles, dreading the next feeding. Perhaps you've even had to begin pumping and feeding with a bottle, cup, finger, or spoon to give your nipples a break, only to find that the pain does not resolve when you try to nurse again. And maybe your baby now has difficulty

Watch this video for in depth instructions on how to get a pain free latch using the Deep Latch Technique. For a close up video in real-time, check out Faith's other video on getting a pain free latch using the Thumbs Up technique! #nipplepain #deeplatch #favoritevideos #latch #breastfeeding #positioning

Here are some tips for side-lying breastfeeding safely and effectively, so you can get more rest! Demonstrated by Faith McGinn, IBCLC. #breastfeeding #clusterfeeding #favoritevideos #latch #positioning #soothing #sleep #bedsharing #sidelying

Laid-Back Breastfeeding, sometimes called the Baby-led, Natural, or Australian position, can be a great position for getting a deep latch and allowing mom to relax. Many moms report that this technique helps them get pain free, as well as being a great solution for those with a fast letdown. Try it today, and feel free to contact me if you have questions, need support, or just want to let me know how your experience with Laid-Back Breastfeeding was. #laidback #babyled #relaxa

Check out this video by Faith McGinn demonstrating the thumbs up, or "flipple" technique. I have found that this technique works best for the most women to get a pain-free and efficient latch. #latch #positioning #deeplatch

Check out this video from GlobalHealthMedia.org on nipple pain and how getting a deep latch can fix most nipple pain problems. #nipplepain #positioning #latch #deeplatch #attachment #pain