11/24/2023 0 Comments My very own lith breast feedingJust like you, they will be hungrier and thirstier at some times of the day than at others.Offer a breastfeed while they are still calm-crying is a late sign of hunger.Wriggling or fidgeting, rooting (head turning) and fist sucking are all early signs of hunger.That way they’ll get what they need and your breasts will be encouraged to make plenty of milk. Offer the other breast if they want it.There is no need to time each breastfeed- they will let you know they have had enough by letting go or falling asleep.Seek skilled help early on if you are finding breastfeeding difficult or uncomfortable.That will help them open their mouth wide and get a deep, comfortable latch. Align them ‘nose to nipple’ to encourage them to extend their neck.So their whole front is close against yours, wrapped around or along your body. Hold your baby so they are cuddled in close against you, their body in full contact with yours.Nursing pillows can get in the way so tuck cushions in for support after your baby is latched, or to support your arms and back. Get yourself comfortable and well supported.Use your baby’s natural reflexes to help them get a good latch.Colostrum provides their first immunity boost and lines and protects their intestines. This concentrated milk produced in the first few days clears meconium (first poo), reduces jaundice. Small, frequent feeds ensure that your baby takes in all the milk he needs-the more you nurse, the more milk you will make.Your colostrum (first milk) is made in just the right amounts for your baby’s tiny tummy.Encourage your newborn to breastfeed at least 8 to 12 times in 24 hours.Babies have tiny tummies so they can’t wait long for food.It’s never too late to start Biological Nurturing, even if your baby is sleepy due to drugs you had in labour-spending lots of time skin-to-skin helps babies breastfeed well.Ideally do this within the first hour after birth before any interruptions such as washing and weighing. Lay your baby against you skin-to-skin as soon as you can, to make the most of their inborn instinct to breastfeed.Your breasts will already be making colostrum (first milk).Breastfeeding is normal and natural but it may take you and your baby time to learn.
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