Introduction
There are many breastfeeding techniques you can use while nursing your baby, but the nipple sandwich latch is perhaps the most popular and effective. In this technique, you use two fingers to enclose one of your baby’s nipples between your thumb and first two fingers. You then lift your baby close to your mouth, so that their nipple is positioned over your tongue. Then you slowly lower your baby back down to the breast, ensuring that their nipple is still enclosed in your fingers. This latch allows for more milk to be fed to your baby, as it helps to keep their nipple in place and secure.
What is the Nipple Sandwich Latch?
The nipple sandwich latch is a breastfeeding technique that helps you keep your baby’s head securely latched onto your breast while you feed. The technique involves placing your baby’s mouth over one of your nipples and then using the other hand to hold his/her head in place. You then feed your baby from the nipple that he or she is over. This keeps your baby’s nose close to the milk source and helps to prevent him/her from pulling away during feeding.
This latch is particularly helpful if you are struggling to keep your baby’s head securely latched onto your breast during feeding. It can also help to prevent your baby from experiencing any type of choking or reflux issues.
How Does It Work?
The nipple sandwich latch is the best breastfeeding technique because it allows for close, consistent breastfeeding and helps to avoid latch problems. It works like this: First, the mother wraps her nipple around the baby’s top lip. Then, she pulls the baby towards her and inserts her other nipple into the baby’s mouth. Finally, she tightens her lips around both nipples and holds them in place. This allows milk to flow directly into the baby’s mouth, which is crucial for feeding success.
How Can I Try It?
The nipple sandwich latch is easy to try. First, wrap your nipple around the baby’s top lip. Then, pull the baby towards you and insert your other nipple into the baby’s mouth. Finally, close your lips around both nipples and hold them in place. This will help to create a seal with the baby’s mouth, which will allow milk to flow directly into the baby’s mouth.
What Are the Benefits of Using the Nipple Sandwich Latch?
There are many benefits to using the nipple sandwich latch when breastfeeding.
The nipple sandwich latch is the most common breastfeeding technique, and it is considered the best technique because it helps to keep the baby’s mouth closed and reduces the risk of SIDS. In addition, the nipple sandwich latch provides deeper milk flow and helps to prevent breast engorgement.
How Do I Do the Nipple Sandwich Latch?
To do the nipple sandwich latch, first put your baby’s mouth over your breast and open his or her lips wide. Place one breast in between your baby’s lips and hold the other breast close to your body. Then, tuck the bottom of the top breast under the bottom of the bottom breast, so that they are joined together like a sandwich. Finally, press down on the tops of both breasts to ensure a good seal.
What Are the Risks of Not Using the Nipple Sandwich Latch?
In a study published in the November 2010 issue of Pediatrics, researchers found that infants who use the nipple sandwich latch are almost three times less likely to develop SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) than those who do not.
Nipple sandwich latching is the safest way to attach an infant to a breast. When done correctly, it uses two arms around the infant’s chest to create a “slipper” or “sandwich” hold, preventing the infant from sliding off the breast. However, there are several risks associated with not using this latch technique: infants can choke on their own vomit or saliva if they gag.
If you’re unsure whether your child is using the nipple sandwich latch correctly, ask them to take a deep breath while you hold their head still and look into their eyes – if they are gasping then they are using the latch correctly. If your child is reluctant to latch onto your breast in this way, try placing one hand over their mouth and pushing down until they open wide enough for you
Conclusion
A nipple sandwich latch is the best technique for breastfeeding because it allows you to fully enclose your nipple and milk ducts, which helps ensure that the milk is pulled directly into your baby’s mouth. This latch also minimizes the amount of leaking and discomfort that can be caused by inverted nipples. If you are struggling to successfully breastfeed using a different latch, give the nipple sandwich latch a try – you might be surprised at how well it works!
Kelly Manuel is a writer and illustrator who has been published in many books for children. Her favorite things to do are read, draw, and play with her dog. Kelly Manuel was born on October 18th, 1985. She grew up as an only child but she always had lots of dogs around the house because her parents were both veterinarians. She loved reading from a very young age and would often make up stories about the dogs that came into the clinic where she lived with her parents.