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Tips for successful breastfeeding – 3

Thoughtful reminders
GET LOTS OF REST
Be as good to yourself as you can. Try to nap when baby naps. Accept help with housework and meals from your partner, family and friends.
Do only what housekeeping must be done. Limit your visitors. Go to bed early.
EAT WELL
The foods you choose are important when you are breastfeeding, to ensure [...]

Tips for successful breastfeeding – 2

Remember, it’s the law of supply and demand!
The more your baby nurses, the more milk you produce. As your baby gets older, she may nurse every three to four hours and be content. Your baby may have growth spurts in the first few months. Often they are around three weeks, six weeks, three months and [...]

Tips for successful breastfeeding – 1

An early start is the best start
Breastfeed your baby as soon as possible after birth. Babies are often more alert and interested in feeding in the first hour following birth than later that day. Use the help of experienced nursing staff. Relax – you’re both learning! So feed often on request; perhaps every two to [...]