A baby must have the breast properly situated in their mouth, or latched, so they can obtain milk. A better latch means that the baby will have an easier time obtaining milk from the mother, and the deep latch technique can help the baby feed better as well as keep the nipples from becoming sore or injured. Note that breastfeeding should not be painful, as sore nipples are typically indicative of needing a deeper latch. By properly supporting the baby and properly situating the breast at the baby’s mouth, per the directions specified by the deep latch technique, breastfeeding can be made much easier for the mother and baby.

Key Takeaways:

• Breastfeeding doesn’t have to result in sore, chapped or bleeding breasts.
• Make sure the baby has a full latch on the breast, having put the lower jaw on first.
• A full (deep) latch technique can be achieved in any of the breastfeeding positions.

“The word “latch” describes the way a baby takes the breast into his/her mouth.”

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