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Lactation Consultant

Category - Pathology

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What is the definition of good latching?
  1. The baby’s lips are latched onto the center of the nipple.
  2. The baby’s mouth and gums are on the center of the nipple.
  3. The baby’s gums and mouth are entirely on the areola.
  4. The baby’s gums and mouth bypass the nipple and areola.
Explanation
Answer: C - Good latch-on is defined as when the baby’s gums and mouth are entirely on the areola and not the nipple. The nipple is completely bypassed.
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