Latching - Step five

Your baby needs to latch on to the nipple and at least half of the darkened area of your breast to get the most milk and reduce the likelihood of having sore nipples.

Attribution: Avallain

See also:

• Step one in latching
• Step two in latching
• Step three in latching
• Position
• Comfort

Illustrations

• Your baby needs to latch on to the nipple and at least half of the darkened area of your breast.
• When your baby is positioned well, his or her mouth will be filled with breast.