Poor chicky. I have had cracked nipples but not too bad, and i have managed to repair them with lansinoh and putting milk. I did have my toes curling though when my little one started to suck.

I have started doing baby led attachment sometimes, and often she will attach perfectly (better than when i try to help). Not sure if it her positioning (sort of squatting on my lap sitting up) or she just knows better- but couple times over night there was no pain at all on attachment.

here is some info if you are interested
Australian Breastfeeding Association - Baby-led attachment

be good to yourself,

take care

Kate