awesome! nursing is not an easy thing that's for sure. I'm glad no one told me how hard it was going to be before I did it 😉 I had great friends full of advice. if you need any more tips, feel free to ask

thanks @showersoverflowers I will try it because I don't want to give up breastfeeding.

see a lactation consultant in your area...they are usually free at the hospital

also try a warm compress on the breast before nursing or pumping. especially if you notice any amount of hardness in one particular breast..you may have a clogged duct which are definitely painful.

definitely get nipple shields, lanolin cream, and lanolin cooling pads. stay strong because in the end it's all worth it.

Your own milk can heal your nipples too! Just hand express a little out and rub it on your nipple and let it air dry. It works quickly too.

Try nipple shields. Or pump and give her your milk via bottle.