🌸 Ask The Expert: World Breastfeeding Week Special 🌸

Breastfeeding Uncovered: Myths, Realities & Support for Modern Mums 📅 1 – 10 August 2025 📍 @theAsianparent App Breastfeeding is often portrayed as the most natural part of motherhood, yet for many mums, the journey can feel anything but simple. This World Breastfeeding Week, we're shining a spotlight on the real experiences of modern mums. Together with Flegen, we’re bringing you an exclusive Ask The Expert session to unpack the myths, address the realities, and explore support systems that empower mums in their breastfeeding journey, including working mums who often face unique challenges balancing both worlds. Join us as we welcome two incredible experts: 👩‍⚕️ Yvon Bock – Founder and CEO of Hegen, and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) of Flegen 👩‍⚕️ Abie Chow – Senior International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) of Flegen Together, they’ll be addressing important topics like: 🔸 Common breastfeeding challenges, and how to overcome them 🔸 Busting persistent myths that hold mums back 🔸 Navigating the return to work while continuing to breastfeed 🔸 Tips for building a support system that includes partners, employers, and community 🔸 How expectant mums can prepare for breastfeeding even before baby arrives Whether you're currently breastfeeding, pumping at work, or expecting your little one soon, this session is for you. Real answers, real support, from women who understand the journey inside and out. 🍼 Drop your questions anytime from 1 – 10 August in theAsianparent App! Our experts will be answering selected questions to help guide and encourage you on your path. Let’s make breastfeeding a supported, informed, and empowered choice for all mums. 💪 #WorldBreastfeedingWeek #AskTheExpert #Flegen #Hegen #theAsianparentSG

🌸 Ask The Expert: World Breastfeeding Week Special 🌸
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Sometimes I feel very sore after feeding, is that normal or something wrong with baby’s latch? The pain is very unbearable

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Some tenderness at the start can be normal, but if the pain is sharp, ongoing, or making you dread the next feed, it’s often a sign that baby’s latch might need some adjusting. In cases like this, I really recommend seeing a lactation consultant. They can help check your baby’s latch, positioning, and even look out for things like tongue-tie or flange sizing if you’re pumping. Sometimes, just a small adjustment can make a big difference. Breastfeeding is an act of love, but it shouldn’t come with unbearable pain.