Carrie is days away from delivering her first baby. She has been contemplating breastfeeding for its nutritional and immunological benefits and has been reading about breastfeeding and talking to mothers who breastfed their babies. The birthing center where she receives prenatal care, and where she will deliver her baby, has scheduled Carrie to meet with its lactation expert. Carrie has read the birthing center's "Guide to Successful Breastfeeding" and is prepared to ask the lactation expert about relaxation techniques. Not only is Carrie "high-strung" by nature, but she is quite anxious about the childbirth process, let alone the prospect of breastfeeding. Imagine you are the lactation expert who is counseling Carrie.
Carrie begins breastfeeding but her nipples quickly become sore. A likely cause is:

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Holding the infant in an improper feeding position is a common cause of sore nipples, as it can lead to poor latch and positioning of the baby's mouth on the nipple. It is important to ensure that the baby is positioned with their mouth wide open, taking in a large amount of breast tissue, and that the lips are flanged outwards. Poor positioning can also lead to poor milk transfer and insufficient feeding, which can further contribute to sore nipples. The other options listed may also contribute to breastfeeding challenges, but are less likely to be the primary cause of sore nipples in this case.

Carrie Is Days Away from Delivering Her First Baby