Which observation shows that a newborn is well attached to the breast?
Correct answer: C. The baby's mouth is wide open with more areola visible above
- A. The baby sucks only on the nipple tip
- B. The mother's nipple is pinched and painful after feeding
- C. The baby's mouth is wide open with more areola visible above
- D. The baby's lips are pursed and the cheeks are deeply dimpled
Explanation
With good attachment, the mouth is wide open, the chin is close to the breast, and more areola is usually visible above the upper lip. Nipple pain, cheek dimpling and shallow nipple sucking suggest poor attachment.
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