• Make sure the hand supporting the breast keeps the weight of the breast off your baby’s chin.• Express milk onto baby’s lips.
• Change nappy wind or burp baby between attachment.
• Try feeding in a football or cross cradle hold position, rather than cradle hold.
• Massage baby’s crown in a circular motion while feeding.
A baby who is not feeding often enough may not be getting enough
milk. Watch for 6-8 wet cloth nappies or 5-6 disposable and 2-5 bowel movements every 24 hours, beginning on the third day after birth. For more help with breastfeeding contact your midwife or other breastfeeding specialist. A baby who is not gaining weight should be checked out by your midwife or doctor.
Article by: Elizabeth Arthur
