After a feed, your nipple should keep a rounded shape. If it looks flattened, shaped like a "lipstick" or very compressed, it could be a sign that your baby's latch needs some adjustments.
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Nipple shape after a feed
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Enf.ª Margarida LançaSpecialist Nurse in Maternal and Obstetric Health
Last updated 22 August 2026
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