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Information for breastfeeding families

Breastfeeding Survival Guide for


the First Two Weeks
Breastfeed whenever your baby If your breasts get full, have your baby
shows feeding cues empty them for you by frequent feeding
It sounds like a lot, but your baby needs your milk Engorgement is common in the first few days.
and your breasts need the stimulation to bring in Emptying your breasts helps. Massage your breast
an abundant milk supply. Newborns need to be fed during the feeding to ”empty” them more completely.
around the clock so that they get 8 or more feedings If that is not enough, you may use a breast pump
each 24 hour period. prior to feedings to get the milk flowing and shape
the nipple, then feed the baby. After feedings, if you
are still over-filled, use the breast pump again. Ice is
Wake your baby up well before feedings also a good way to slow down breastmilk production
A drowsy baby will not feed for long. Undress to the at this time. And it will feel good!
diaper, rub the tummy and back, talk to and rock
your baby until the eyes open. A good strategy is to Look for one wet diaper according to
put the baby naked (except for a diaper ) on your baby’s age until day 6
chest skin to skin for 1/2 hour prior to feeds.
For example, 3 wet diapers on day three, four on day
four, and so on. Continue with 6 wet diapers and 2-3
Keep your baby sucking through stools daily. More is fine, but if you are not getting
the feeding these minimums, call a lactation consultant or your
health care provider for evaluation of your
If your baby drifts off to sleep, "bug baby" to keep
situation and advice.
awake. Massage your baby’s feet or back, use cool
wash cloths, and talk to keep your baby feeding.
Look for vigorous sucking on each breast. If your nipples get sore
Try the sandwich hold. Gently squeeze the breast into
Try baby led latching a “sandwich”. Create an oval of the areola with your
thumb lined up with your baby’s nose, your fingers
Get into a reclined position and place the baby on under the breast.
top of you in any position that is comfortable for
you. Allow the baby to locate the breast and latch.
Baby’s head will bob to locate the breast. When the When do I get to sleep?
chin feels the breast first, the mouth will open wide Sleep when your baby sleeps. Newborns tend to
and latch. Try again if you feel any nipple pain. feed a lot at night and sleep more during the day.
Around the clock feeds are grueling and you can
Read this for more details: maximize your sleep by napping when your baby
http://www.biologicalnurturing.com/index.html does. Accustom yourself to these quick "cat-naps" to
help you feel refreshed. You can also encourage the
baby to spend more time awake during the day by
feeding and playing.

Find your groove


It will take several weeks for you and your baby to
get into a pattern of feedings and nap times. Go with
the flow and learn what your baby’s natural rhythms
are. Schedules don’t tend to work until the baby is a
bit older and bigger. You can encourage a more pre-
dictable pattern later.

The information provided is intended solely for general educational and informational purposes only. It is neither intended nor implied to
be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your healthcare provider for any questions you may have regard-
ing your or your infant’s medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you
have received in this information. Feel free to duplicate per creative commons license CC BY-ND. Lactation Education Resources 2021.

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