The Use of Nipple Shields: A Review

Frontiers in Public Health

Selina Chow¹ 

关键词: nipple shield;    breastfeeding;    lactation;   

DOI  :  10.3389/fpubh.2015.00236

学科分类：卫生学

来源: Frontiers

【 摘 要 】

IntroductionA nipple shield is a breastfeeding aid with a nipple-shaped shield that is positioned over the nipple and areola prior to nursing. Nipple shields are usually recommended to mothers with flat nipples or in cases in which there is a failure of the baby to effectively latch onto the breast within the first 2 days postpartum. The use of nipple shields is a controversial topic in the field of lactation. Its use has been an issue in the clinical literature since some older studies discovered reduced breast milk transfer when using nipple shields, while more recent studies reported successful breastfeeding outcomes. The purpose of this review was to examine the evidence and outcomes associated with nipple shield use.

【 授权许可】

CC BY