feeds with solids.The milk you produce in the first few days is called colostrum and is high in protein and anti-infective agents to build up your babys immune system. So even if you only manage to breastfeed for a few days, you are already giving your
as likely as anyone else to be able to breastfeed.
Sit comfortably before you start breastfeeding. Choose a supportive chair and lay your baby across your lap.Rest him on a cushion or pillow to raise your baby to the same level as your breasts.How to breastfeed
with you to let her know you want to breastfeed. She can then ensure you hold your baby as soon as he's born. This is important as studies show early skin-to-skin contact with your baby improves the chances of them latching on. Lay your baby naked on your
in around day three. 'Your breasts may feel warm and hard because they're really full,' says Emma. This should settle down once feeding is established.If your breasts feel sore, have a warm bath or cool shower and breastfeed frequently. Use a super soft
-quarters of mothers want to breastfeed and more than four in five say they are aware of the health benefits.Common reasons for stopping breastfeeding were problems with the baby rejecting the breast or not latching on properly, or new mums having painful breasts
. Q What if my breasts hurt? A Lots of mums experience sore nipples when they first breastfeed, but they will harden up over the next few days and weeks. An incorrect latch is the most common reason for sore nipples, so don't be afraid to take your
to breastfeed from you! At the first feed do not expect too much since premature babies get tired easily and must gradually learn to suck. Initially they may not show much interest, especially if they are being fed every hour, since it is the feeling of hunger
nappies than bottle-fed babes.Breastfeeding isnt forever. If youre finding broken nights and long day-feeds a chore, remind yourself that this is a very short period in your and your childs life. Even if you manage to breastfeed for a year, you
