Hi all,

Im a first time mum with a 7 day old bub.
In hospital the midwives were trying to help with some BF issues and in the end they all said she was attaching fine.
But now at home my nipples are sore, cracked and bleeding. When she feeds she squashes the nipple. I was told my nipples are quite large. Each time I attach her I put her chin on my breast first then push her head down so the nipple goes to the roof of her mouth and still Im in agony. One breast is so sore I express it and feed her that as well.
In one day she only does about 3 wet nappies and lots of dirty ones which makes me wonder if she is getting enough. My mum had a breast milk issue with me as a bub and Im beginning to wonder if I do too. Im seriously considering formula now but am worried I will be depriving my baby. I feel like a failure and for the first time in my life I really have no clue on what to do.
Please help.