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Q&A: How Do I Wean Baby?

My baby is almost two weeks old, and breastfeeding hurts. How do I go about stopping?
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By Nancy Mohrbacher, IBCLC, FILCA, Lactation Specialist
Updated January 30, 2017
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It makes sense to want to stop breastfeeding when it hurts. After all, avoiding pain is only human. But an alternative to quitting is to get breastfeeding help. Breastfeeding is not supposed to hurt and you may be able to relieve your pain by making small adjustments to how your baby latches on.

Please note: The Bump and the materials and information it contains are not intended to, and do not constitute, medical or other health advice or diagnosis and should not be used as such. You should always consult with a qualified physician or health professional about your specific circumstances.

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