Breastfeeding Step-by-Step Learn your baby’s signs of hunger. She may root or nuzzle your breast, move her mouth as though she’s feeding, and become more fussy or alert. Start by finding a comfortable position. Use pillows to support your arms and back, and position your baby so that her whole body—not just her head—is facing you. Help your baby latch on the right way. Her … [Read more...] about 4 steps to breastfeeding success
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11 Nursing must-haves
No matter how much you’ve mentally prepared to become a breastfeeding mom, there’s no way to predict what you’ll feel emotionally and physically when your newborn latches on for the first time. “The first week it was painful when my daughter ate, and when she was done, my nipples looked like the top of a tube of lipstick—kind of triangular,” says Kimberley Collins of Ponte … [Read more...] about 11 Nursing must-haves
How to create a breastfeeding sanctuary
Breastfeeding works best when you’re comfortable, so set up a special space for feeding time. Some items you may want to include: A comfortable chair – Feeding time for a newborn takes most of the day, whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle-feeding, so a soft chair that supports your back and lets you shift positions, or even recline, is a must. Pillows – … [Read more...] about How to create a breastfeeding sanctuary
Breastfeeding myths—BUSTED!
As with a lot of things involving pregnancy and babies, there are a lot of crazy ideas about breastfeeding. Here are a myths few along with the real story. MYTH #1: Taking a breastfeeding break helps you produce more milk. THE TRUTH: The more you breastfeed, the more milk your body makes. So, if your baby sleeps through a feeding during the day, you may produce more milk that … [Read more...] about Breastfeeding myths—BUSTED!
6 Benefits of breastfeeding
Bennies of the Breast Sure, you’ve heard that breast is best, but here are some interesting facts about how and why nursing is so nifty. Breastfeeding can make your baby smarter, according to 2002 research that tracked children from babyhood into their teens. Breastfed babies experience less stress and are less sensitive to pain than babies who aren’t … [Read more...] about 6 Benefits of breastfeeding