Breastfeeding challenges after breast surgery: Key tips that mothers should know

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Breastfeeding after breast surgery can be challenging but it is not impossible hence, many women can still breastfeed successfully, depending on the type of surgery and how much glandular tissue or milk ducts were affected..

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Teena Thomas, Consultant - OBGy at Apollo Cradle and Childrens Hospital in Bangalore, highlighted -..

Breastfeeding support services, such as lactation consultants or breastfeeding classes, can provide new moms with the guidance and confidence they need to successfully breastfeed their babies..

Bringing her expertise to the same, Dr Vani Vijay, General Surgery at Apollo Spectra Hospital in Chennai, suggested, After undergoing breast surgery, you may want to try different breastfeeding positions to find what works best for you and the baby..

Dr Vani Vijay revealed, Post-surgery physical changes such as scarring and insensitivity can contribute to your discomfort when breastfeeding..