The nurse is teaching a new mother the proper techniques for breastfeeding her newborn. Which of the following is a recommended guideline that should be implemented?
A) Wash the hands and breasts thoroughly prior to breastfeeding.
B) Stroke the nipple against the baby's chin to stimulate wide opening of the baby's mouth.
C) Bring the baby's wide-open mouth to the breast to form a seal around all of the nipple and areola.
D) When finished the mother can break the suction by firmly pulling the baby's mouth away from the nipple.
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