Breastfeeding begins immediately after the baby is born. Even in the delivery room, obstetricians bring the baby to the mother's breast. The very first drops - colostrum - are considered even more nutritious and healthy than the milk that you will have a little later. When you are transferred to the ward, you will have to learn how to feed the baby - apply it correctly to the breast and find the most comfortable position for this pleasant process.
Necessary
- - nursing bra;
- - bra pads;
- - small pillows.
Instructions
Step 1
Feeding can take up to 30 minutes, so try to get into a position that is comfortable for you. If you will be doing this while seated, place a pillow under your elbow to keep your arm and back from getting numb. Try to relax. Milk has been proven to work best when mom is calm and relaxed. If the temperature in the house allows you to undress your baby, undress him. The baby will feel your body with his skin - this will help him to relax.
Step 2
There are several positions for breastfeeding. You and the baby can lie parallel to each other. You can also feed with the baby's legs and thighs under the armpit, a convenient position when feeding twins. The most common position - you are sitting and holding the baby with one hand, the baby is lying on your lap.
Step 3
Squeeze out a few drops of milk and tease your baby with your breast, touch his lips. He will open his mouth, and at that moment give him a nipple. Please note that you should not bend your back, bringing your chest closer to the baby, but with your hand press him to you. Make sure your baby is properly latching on to your breast. The mouth should contain not only the nipple, but also its areola. It is under the areola that the so-called lactiferous sinuses are located. And if the baby does not press on them while sucking, he will receive less milk. If feeding is painful for you, gently open your baby's mouth. To do this, insert your pinky finger between his gums and your nipple. Then try to start feeding again. The cause of painful sensations may be improper grip of the nipple - without an areola, or the appearance of microcracks in the nipple. Cracks are well treated with Bepanten ointment or special oil.
Step 4
During feeding, make sure that the baby's head is in a straight position or tilted back slightly. In this position, his nose will not be covered by your chest. If you are curvaceous, hold your breasts over the nipple with your fingers so that it does not interfere with your baby's milk intake.
