Which breastfeeding technique is best to stimulate a baby to open his or her mouth and grasp the nipple properly?
a. Brush the infant's lips and mouth area with the nipple.
b. Pull down on the infant's chin.
c. Stroke the infant's cheek gently.
d. Tickle the infant's feet or toes.
A
Brushing the infant's lips and mouth area with the nipple will stimulate the rooting reflex. Pulling down on the infant's chin will stimulate continued mouth closure by the infant. Stroking the infant's cheek gently may also stimulate the infant to root, but not as effectively as brushing the baby's lips and mouth areas with the nipple. Tickling the infant's feet or toes will stimulate the infant to wake up, but will not affect the opening of the mouth.
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