Breastfeeding tips

It is a natural thing for mothers to breastfeed newborns but it also involves a lot of hard work. It may take a bit of trial and error before you can get it right.

Below are tips to help new moms in breastfeeding.

Not to scrub your nipples

Using a scrub brush or loofah to scrub your nipples to make them tough is just a myth. It may cause your nipples to be sore.

Be a patient while your body produces milk

Initially your body will produce colostrum. Colostrum is very rich in nutrient that your baby needs in his first few days after he is born. Your body will starts producing milk after a few days.

Remember newborns nurse a lot.

Newborns are always hungry because of the small stomach and needs to feed a lot. Breast milk is quickly digested and is the most perfect food for babies. Frequent nursing helps your breasts to produce more milk as your breasts work on supply and demand. The more your baby demands, the more milk your body will produce.

Do not worry that you don’t have enough milk supply

Breastfeeding mums usually worry when the baby is always hungry because they are not able to see how much milk the baby is getting. If you have to change at least five or six wet diapers a day, your supply is just fine.

How to treat tender nipples

Nipples are sensitive especially after prolong nursing. Pain can be due to a bad latch. Applying purified lanolin onto your nipples after each nursing session can help prevent chafing and excessive dryness.

Drink more water

Drink more water as it takes water to make milk. You are going to need a lot of water until your body regulates and able to produce milk naturally.

Practice makes perfect

And lastly, practice more and don’t give up when facing challenges in breastfeeding. One day, you'll realize you're doing something wonderful, and it's really worth doing.