c. Breastfeeding Positions
There are several breastfeeding positions. Follow these suggestions for each position.
- Your back and arms must be well supported. A pillow behind your back and under your arms will help.
- The baby's body and head are raised up to your breast. Place a pillow under the baby.
- The baby's chest must face and touch your chest. Place the baby on his/her side except for the football position.
- For the football position, place the baby on his\her back or slightly turned towards the breast.
- Your baby's nose must face the nipple. Bring the baby towards you instead of leaning forward or pushing your nipple into the baby's mouth.
Remember that it is important to change breastfeeding positions and to offer both breasts at every feeding.
The following pictures illustrate the main breastfeeding positions.
