Nipple pain is a common reason for premature cessation of breastfeeding. Despite the
benefits of breastfeeding for both infant and mother, clinical support for problems such as …

Women diagnosed with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) face a significantly heightened
risk of develo** type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) later in life. Breastfeeding (BF) has been …

Objectives To estimate the proportions of anatomical breast characteristics suggestive of
breast hypoplasia among breastfeeding women self-reporting low milk supply. We also …

Background Women with inverted nipples may struggle with breastfeeding and may stop
exclusive breastfeeding before six months. The use of an inverted syringe to evert the …

Background: During lactation, especially the first few days after birth, some breast problems
can cause pain and inadequate milk emptying. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate …

During infant feeding, the nipple is an important source of sensory information that affects
motor outputs, including ones dealing with compression of the nipple, suction, milk bolus …

Objective: We examined the influence of maternal body mass index (BMI), and of breast and
nipple anatomic variations, on breastfeeding difficulties and duration. Methods: In this …

Background: Occurrences of flat or inverted nipples are not uncommon problems, and
although they should not preclude breastfeeding, they often seriously hamper initiation and …

Background Mothers with anatomic variability (eg, shorter, wider nipples; denser areolas)
may experience breastfeeding challenges disproportionately. Research aim To examine …

Background An inverted nipple may affect the appearance of the breasts and breastfeeding,
but traditional surgical procedures might injure the normal lactiferous ducts and damage …