Steps to Breastfeeding

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Step 1 : Try to breastfeed almost immediately after delivery.

Reason : This is when the bonding instinct is strongest.


Step 2 : Always massage your breasts before you nurse, starting from the sides towards the areola.


Reason : This will improve the flow as well as prevent blockages.


Step 3 : Do not feed for too long at each breast for a start (maybe 5 mins per breast). Then gradually increase to 20-30 mins per breast.


Reason : In the early days, the nipples are very delicate and tender and will get sore easily. Therefore, a good nipple cream is essential (eg. one which contains LANOLIN and which need not be removed prior to breastfeeding).


Step 4 : Nurse baby when he cries.


Reason : This is to ensure that baby is getting enough and also to stimulate the milk supply.

Step 5 : When milk comes on the 3rd to 5th day, your breasts will feel very full and engorged. Continue to massage and breastfeed as often as possible (every one to two hours).

Reason : This is to reduce the engorgement as well as to increase the milk supply.