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Learn All the Breastfeeding Basics

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Last updated: 2022/09/05 at 7:28 AM
momseditor Published November 19, 2012
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We all know that breastfeeding is entirely normal, but still, many women are looking for the basics because it may not be as easy as it seems.

While in some cases, women know everything by instinct, women have to learn everything in other cases.

The proper technique and the basics of breastfeeding

Many women assume that the appropriate process is as simple as it seems. Nonetheless, although breastfeeding comes naturally for babies, the mothers may need some time to get the hang of it. One of the most important things you will have to learn is the proper technique.

To help you with breastfeeding fundamentals, you can turn to doctors, lactation experts, and more experienced moms. You could also look for support from an international support group. If they get help, most women learn the proper technique with time.

Preparing for the breastfeeding basics

Before your baby is born, you should consider whether you prefer to breastfeed the baby or if you would like to opt for bottle feeding. If you choose to breastfeed, you should let your doctor and the hospital’s staff know. They will be able to offer you information or set up a meeting with a lactation specialist.

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Start nursing

When thinking about the breastfeeding fundamentals, you should know that it is essential to start feeding the baby right after birth. This way, you will be able to set up a breastfeeding pattern. If you start breastfeeding soon, you have more chances of having a good breastfeeding schedule for your baby which will do wonders for the little one’s development.

Pattern

Regarding breastfeeding basics, you should know that it is best to feed the baby whenever they need to be provided. This usually happens between periods of one and a half and three hours. Crying is a sign of hunger, but look for other symptoms before the baby starts crying.

Signs of hunger

It is an essential foundation of breastfeeding to look for the signs of hunger. These include looking alert, the baby touching their mouth with the hands, whimpering, making sucking movements, flexing the hands and arms, and nuzzling against the breast.

Pacifier

If you are interested in breastfeeding basics, you should know that introducing the bottle or the pacifier could interfere with the baby’s latch.  You should wait to introduce them until you both get the hang of the breastfeeding routine and have a good milk supply.

Encouraging the baby

The breastfeeding foundations also include stroking the baby’s lower lip or the cheek to make them latch. To ensure that the baby has the correct latch, you should check both the areola and the nipple area in the mouth of the baby.

Knowing about the breastfeeding basics will help you to feed and soothe your baby in a better way.

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momseditor November 19, 2012
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