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  • Benefits of breastfeeding
  • Getting ready
  • How to breastfeed
    • Positioning
    • Latching
    • Once the baby is attached
    • Pictures and videos
    • Potential problems and solutions
  • Stages of breastfeeding
  • Question and answer index
  • Where to get help
  • Providing support for breastfeeding mothers
  • Providing breastfeeding-friendly environments in the community
  • Health sector services and strategies
  • Breastfeeding information resources
<h1>Breastfeeding - www.breastfeeding.org.nz</h1>

Potential problems and solutions


  • Breasts that are too full and if baby is unable to latch
  • Sore breasts
  • Tender and sore nipples
Information on other potential problems and solutions is provided in the Question and answer index section.

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Where to get help


Midwives

Healthline - 0800 611 116

Well Child

La Leche League

More information on these and other breastfeeding help providers...

Page last reviewed: 31 July 2009



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