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28 | Nipple Shields: How to use them and how to wean off of them and start latching your baby shield free

Is your baby spitting up way more since you stopped using the nipple shield? Here’s what’s really going on…

If you’ve been using a nipple shield and are now trying to wean off—but suddenly your baby is spitting up like crazy—you are NOT alone. And no, it doesn’t mean your milk is “too much” or that your body is broken.

In this episode of Breastfeeding with Confidence, Jaimie Zaki tackles one of the most confusing moments in a breastfeeding journey: weaning off the nipple shield… and dealing with the unexpected fallout. 😩

From real-life experience to evidence-backed insights, Jaimie shares:

Why increased spit-up is common after removing the nipple shield
What’s really happening with flow, latch, and milk regulation
How to spot a latch issue (even if things look fine)
Holistic and practical ways to support your baby
Simple latch fixes + positioning tips to ease the transition
How to wean off the shield gently—without unnecessary stress

Plus, you'll hear about the exact tools Jaimie used to help her baby & clients' babies transition easily:

🔹 Nipple Shield Guide 🔹Breastfeeding Success Bundle (Featuring Fix Your Latch Guide)

Breastfeeding Resources

Fix Your Latch Guide

6 Week Postpartum Concierge Breastfeeding Support Package

Concierge Breastfeeding Prep & Thrive Package (Prenatal Prep + 6 weeks Postpartum Support)

This episode is a must-listen for any mama feeling stuck, second-guessing, or overwhelmed. You don’t have to stay in nipple shield limbo forever—and you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Timestamps: 00:00 – Jaimie’s real-life nipple shield story 01:09 – The challenge no one warns you about 02:28 – How nipple shields change milk flow + digestion 04:22 – Increased spit-up? Here’s why it’s happening 05:57 – What to do today to help your baby adjust 06:43 – Grab Jaimie’s tried-and-true support tools 07:46 – You’re not failing—you’re finding your rhythm

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