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sideline breastfeeding when and how to
use this position
the position in which the mother and
baby are lying sideways and facing each
other with bellies aligned parallelly
and knees slightly flexed is called the
side-lying breast feeding position
this position offers comfort to both the
mother and the baby
breast feeding in this position can be
done on a large bed or on the floor
is the side lying breast feeding safe
this position is pretty safe for both
mom and the baby however take care of
these details when breastfeeding
sideways
number one
go sleeping and bed sharing
number two
sleeping off mid feed
number three
burping your baby
when to choose the side lying nursing
position
number one when you are in the hospital
you are still exhausted after the
delivery and you want to rest
at the same time you have to nurse the
baby
it will be convenient to feed the baby
lying down sideways
this position is also comfortable for
the baby to take the feet effortlessly
number two
c-section delivery
recovering from a cesarean section will
take some time you have to avoid
pressure on your stomach and abrasions
on the incision
experts recommend the sideline breast
feeding position to help you heal faster
number three well-endowed breasts
lactating can make your tender breasts
feel heavier latching the baby in a
seated position can be awkward for mommy
and leave lesser room for the baby to
breathe
for mommies with large breasts sideline
breastfeeding can be more comfortable
four sleepy baby
the baby is about to sleep and it is
time to feed waking up the baby for a
feed might end up in colic and fussiness
at such times it is recommended that you
quietly sneak up next to the baby and
feed in the reclining position
number five tired and exhausted
the mom is already exhausted with
birthing and her body needs rest
sleeping and feeding allow the mom to
continue nursing and resting at the same
time
sideline breastfeeding step-by-step
procedure
step one lie down next to the baby in a
comfortable position with a pillow under
your head for support
step two
roll over to your side you can use a
pillow to support your back and another
pillow between your knees for added
comfort
step three lie down next to the baby in
a comfortable position with a pillow
under your head for support
step 4 bring the baby closer to your
breast with the face turned towards you
in a cuddling position
step 5 support the baby's back with your
arm you can also place a pillow next to
the baby for extra support
step six
line up the baby's mouth with your
nipples and support the head with
another arm
step 7
guide the baby to latch on to your
breast and suckle
step 8
once the baby has latched correctly
relax and continue the feeding these are
memorable moments in life
relish every single day make nursing a
happy experience for both mommy and baby
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