I feel like no matter how hard i try, i cannot ...

I feel like no matter how hard i try, i cannot attach my baby girl properly. I know she's not attaching properly because my nipple is getting pulled on one side and is mishaped when she pulls off. I've watched breastfeeding videos and i can see what they are trying to do but when i try, it doesnt work. I want to keep breastfeeding but scared i'm going to ruin my nipples and end up in a worse position i am now :( Is it because she's so little that i cant get her on right? Im going to ring the lactation consultant i used to work with on wednesday which is the next time she's at the hospital but for now i'm feeling pretty upset. Sorry really just needed to let it out