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Medical Conditions - Common Breastfeeding Difficulties

Some of the common breastfeeding problems are - nipples that are sore or cracked. Sore nipples are mainly caused by the infant not being properly positioned and engaged to the breast, insufficient breast milk, enlargement of the breast, not latching on correctly, excessive milk, clogged milk glands, and mastitis.

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What could be done to increase the milk flow in a lactating mother?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I suggest you some tips you can consider: 1. Frequent Nursing or Pumping: Breast milk production works on a supply-and-demand basis.

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