Dr Anuradha Narayanan
MBBS, DGO, DNB, FCGSM
Best Obstetrician & Gynecologist in Chembur, Mumbai

Physiological changes during pregnancy prepare breasts and nipples for breastfeeding. The mother should understand that: 1. Breasts and nipples need no special attention or preparation. “Nipple exercises”, “breast massage” and prenatal expression have not been shown to have a positive effect on breastfeeding. 2. There is no evidence that women with fair skin are more likely to get sore nipples than women with darker skin. 3. Frequent washing, especially with soap, alcohol

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Postnatal period is very stressful time, where women face many breastfeeding issues. Every infant and child has the right to good nutrition according to the "Convention on the Rights of the Child". WHO and UNICEF recommend: early initiation of breastfeeding within 1 hour of birth; exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life; and introduction of nutritionally-adequate and safe complementary (solid) foods at 6 months together with continued breastfeeding up to 2 year