Cherry Shaped Nipple Shield by LactationHub A Nipple shield is a transitional tool designed for short term, temporary use to help a baby get used to at-breast breastfeeding. If you have been using a shield for more than 2 weeks, please call or text Donna Bruschi at 845-750-4402 for an in-person or telehealth appointment to transition to mother's bare nipple. A cherry-shaped nipple shield with INCLUSIVE sizing - Small, Medium and Large! Small - 16 mm Medium - 18 mm Large - 21 mm This nipple shield is especially helpful for babies with latch difficulties caused by nipple confusion, bottle preference, prematurity/preterm, dysfunctional or disorganized sucking patterns, nipple pain from facial and body asymmetry, tethered oral tissues (tongue-tie, lip-tie), low muscle tone & increased body tension. LactationHub Nipple Shields stick well, have a nose cut-out and are made of thin, skin-friendly and tasteless silicone. They can be sterilized or boiled. Nipple shields are for short term use only. They can create additional problems and are not a substitute for professional guidance.
