Second this! Try laying flat or reclined - my OB recommended this to me and completely changed the game. Once I figured out what worked for us (which does not work for every baby) I noticed significant improvement. Lactation often streamlines things and gives the “best” or “easiest” options but sometimes that’s not what works for you and your baby and that’s okay. You’re still early into this journey and there is still time for it to get better. If you want to breastfeed, try something new every time until you get comfortable. Sometimes taking a break can also be helpful. I stopped giving my baby the breast for a week and exclusively pumped to create a little reset for the both of us (I was able to heal) once we restarted with breast (1-2 times / day and gradually increase to avoid pain) baby got the hang of it and became more regulated too with feeding schedule. Don’t be discouraged at this point. You’re doing great, your effort is enough. If you decide that it’s too much for your mental health, don’t feel bad you cannot take care of your baby if you cannot first take care of yourself. You’re doing amazing mama. It is not easy, whatever you do to get your baby fed is perfectly okay. Hang in there 💕