Sunday, April 15, 2007

Breastfeeding - Few more Tips

Make sure your baby’s mouth covers your entire nipple and much of the darker part
around the nipple. Your baby’s upper and lower lips should be rolled out. If the lips are not rolled out, break the suction by slipping your finger between the baby’s gums and your breast. Then latch the baby on again.

Offer your baby both breasts at each feeding. Your baby will tell you when she is finished by “falling off” the breast.

Breastfeeding - Few Tips

Hold your baby’s tummy to your tummy, baby’s chin to your breast. You
can do this sitting or lying down. Hold your breast in a “C-hold,” with
your thumb on top and fingers underneath. Tickle your baby’s lips with
your nipple until her mouth opens wide. Quickly bring her onto the
breast. Allow the tip of your baby’s nose and chin to touch the breast.