Firstly wanted to say thanks for all the wonderful support on this board, it's been fab and it's so nice to be able to come on here for some comfort when feeling down, and to know others have been there too and got through it.
It turns out Nyah has a tongue tie. The original lactation consultant thought it was so slight it shouldn't cause a problem, but she got a second opinion today and the new lady said that the tongue tie, combined with a high palette and tightness where the top lip attatches to the gum would cause a problem. This would account for the clicking sensation of the nipple that I feel when she's feeding, and hence the pain. I've been referred to southampton and they're hoping we can see someone to get it sorted next week. I feel so relieved that there is light at the end of the tunnel, as I was beginning to despair. Just a bit worried that it's the best thing for Nyah, but it seems a relatively minor procedure - anyone else had any experience of it who could reassure me?
Thanks again all,
Ellie & Nyah
xx