fake nipples

There are pros and cons to nipple shields or fake nipples. Pros include: 1) Building confidence, for both baby and mother. They can also reduce frustration and pain for the mother. 2) Nipple shields can help draw out a flat or inverted nipple when used at the beginning of a feeding. Cons of nipple shields include: 1) Decreasing the amount of milk the baby gets; they also can reduce milk supply if the baby is not getting as much milk as they would from the straight breast. 2) The mother may also be at an increased risk of getting clogged ducts, or mastitis. Using a nipple shield before exhausting all other techniques can affect the baby’s ability to transfer to a bare breast, making breastfeeding almost impossible. Consequently, weaning the baby off the shield can be difficult. If you want to find out more, it's always good to check with your doctor. https://www.breastfeedingbasics.com/qa/nipple-shield