Q. What if you have a flat nipples? what can you do?

A. You're definitely not alone on this one. The good news is that women with flat nipples are not doomed to fail at breastfeeding. There are lots of strategies you can try to get baby to latch on successfully. While you're still pregnant, prepare your nipples for nursing. I just suggests rolling your nipples between your thumb and fingers each day as you finish your shower bath. Avoid applying soap directly to nipples, which will dry them out. "Gentle stimulation by your partner can also be helpful". Once your baby is born, remove your top and hold your baby, unbundled, close to you. "The really important thing for you to do is make sure that you have uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact with your baby after the birth, This allows the baby to get familiar with the territory and stimulate your breasts naturally so colostrum, early breast milk, will flow and the nipple will protrude. Lie almost flat, with pillows under your head only to allow the baby to latch while laying on your chest. Most important, dont give up. Many women have many challenges breastfeeding at the first but most do overcome them.