Can You Breastfeed With Inverted Nipples? What Every Pregnant Mom Needs to Know

If you're wondering, “Can I breastfeed with inverted nipples?” — you're not alone. In this episode of the Breastfeeding with Confidence Podcast, lactation consultant Jaimie Zaki dives deep into one of the most Googled concerns pregnant moms have when preparing for breastfeeding: inverted nipples and breastfeeding success.

To celebrate World Breastfeeding Week, Jaimie is also offering a limited-time discount on her Breastfeeding Resource Library — a must-have for moms who want to breastfeed exclusively from day one and avoid unnecessary formula.

Inside this episode, Jaimie busts myths about flat and inverted nipples, explains the real reason some babies struggle to latch (hint: it's not just your nipple shape!), and walks you through tools like nipple shields, supple cups, and nipple healing strategies to help protect your breastfeeding journey.

You'll also learn:

• Why latching mechanics and oral function matter more than nipple shape

• How to protect your nipples from damage in the early days

• When a nipple shield might help — and when it might cause more problems

• How extra lactation support can be the difference between breastfeeding success and early weaning

Whether you’re newly pregnant or prepping for postpartum, this episode will empower you to stop second-guessing your body and get confident about breastfeeding — inverted nipples or not.

👣 Listen now and get access to expert strategies, personal encouragement, and your exclusive World Breastfeeding Week discount.

🎧 Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:14 World Breastfeeding Week Special Offer 01:59 The Confident MamaBear Society 04:03 Introduction to Breastfeeding Challenges 04:57 Inverted Nipples: Myths and Realities 06:27 Techniques and Tools for Inverted Nipples 07:17 Preventing and Healing Nipple Damage 09:59 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 11:53 Wrap Up and Call to Action

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