This study reports breastfeeding outcomes for 34 preterm infants whose mothers used ultra-
thin silicone nipple shields to increase milk transfer. Mean milk transfer was compared for 2 …

Aims and objectives. The primary objective of the multi‐site, international study was to
examine trends in weight gain for term infants breastfed with and without ultra‐thin silicone …

Objective To examine maternal satisfaction with nipple shield use and maternal and infant
physiological outcomes of breastfeeding with and without nipple shields. Design A …

Nipple shields have been used with premature infants to facilitate breastfeeding in certain
circumstances. In this paper, clinical observations and chart reviews regarding nipple shield …

The present study addressed the contentious discussions about the benefits and risks of
nipple shield use. The objective was to explore self‐reported reasons for using a nipple …

Nipple shields have become commonplace in the United States for a wide range of
breastfeeding problems. This article is a summary of the current literature describing the …

This study was conducted to evaluate nipple shields and determine whether altered nipple
shield design would change the amount of milk obtained during breast pumping. The study …

Introduction A nipple shield is a breastfeeding aid with a nipple-shaped shield that is
positioned over the nipple and areola prior to nursing. Nipple shields are usually …

Use of nipple shields is controversial. However, when weaning is imminent, they may
enable breast-refusing infants to transfer back to the breast. A chart review of 248 clients …

Mothers of preterm and term infants frequently experience breast-feeding problems that
make it necessary for them to use supplemental or complementary feedings. Although bottle …