Breastfeeding can be an overwhelming experience, especially for new mothers. They often find multiple breastfeeding tips from the internet and from their friends/family which creates more confusion than ever. Some mothers often rely on various breastfeeding meal plans they find on the internet that may not be the most reliable.
In this article, we are going to look at some proven Do’s and Don’ts of breastfeeding.
Do’s of breastfeeding
- Start breastfeeding immediately after birth
The sooner you start, the better. Start feeding your baby immediately after birth. Nowadays most hospitals will encourage the first feed right after delivery. Keep trying even if the breastmilk appears to be slow or less. The more you try the more it will get better.
- Go for warm baths and massages
Warm baths are proven to improve the flow of milk. Take a warm bath or gently apply a hot water bag to your breast before feeding your baby.
- Recognizing symptoms that your baby is hungry
Sometimes a baby may not cry when hungry. Some other signs of your baby’s hunger include your baby starts pushing out his/her tongue, licking lips, bringing his/her hands near the mouth, etc.
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