Comfortable positioning and attachment are important for all mothers. You will have time to practice with your baby while your breasts are still soft before your milk increases. The earlier you start, the easier it is. Hold your baby in skin-to-skin contact right after birth -continue this for as … [Read more...] about Comfortable breastfeeding – quick read
Beginning Breastfeeding
Caesarean Birth and Breastfeeding
There are many reasons why you may be considering, or already have had, a caesarean birth. (1) While a vaginal birth is biologically optimal for a healthy mother and baby, it’s not always the safest or most appropriate choice. (2) You might be facing complications in your pregnancy that make a … [Read more...] about Caesarean Birth and Breastfeeding
Beginning Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is normal and natural but it may take you and your baby time to learn. Breastfeed early Breastfeed often Colostrum Learn to breastfeed comfortably Allow them to take full feeds Watch for signs they are hungry After your milk comes in Give only your milk Night feeds are … [Read more...] about Beginning Breastfeeding
Antenatal Expression of Colostrum
Mothers start to produce colostrum (early milk) while pregnant. Being able to express colostrum is a useful skill to have. Saving your expressed colostrum may also be beneficial if your baby is likely to need special care after birth. Why express while pregnant? Being familiar with your breasts … [Read more...] about Antenatal Expression of Colostrum