During World Breastfeeding Week, parents shared their most common questions about breastfeeding. Here are clear answers to some of the myths and facts every new mother should know.

Myth: If breastfeeding hurts, that’s just normal. Brief tenderness in the first days can happen, but ongoing or sharp pain is a sign something needs adjusting — usually the latch, sometimes an underlying issue like tongue-tie. It’s worth getting checked.

Myth: You can’t tell if your baby is getting enough milk. You can — steady weight gain, regular wet nappies, and a settled baby after feeds are reliable signs.

Myth: Small breasts make less milk. Breast size doesn’t determine milk supply.

If you’re struggling with feeding, a pediatric assessment can check for medical causes such as tongue-tie and help get feeding back on track.