Last night I joined over 350 concerned parents, teachers, physicians, therapists and law enforcement specialists–everyone who cares about kids, teens and young adults. We were shocked and educated (in that order) about the raw truth on the current state of
Improper latch-on can cause pain and really interfere with breastfeeding. Here is a walk-through on proper latch straight from my own lactation consultant, Elisa Hirsch, RN, BSN, IBCLC.
Position your baby with her body facing yours and with her nose
Stay hydrated (keep a water bottle within reach while nursing).
Eat a balanced diet (about 500 calories more than you ate before pregnancy…yummy!).
Breastfeed regularly.
Pump it up (pump an extra morning feed if you have time).
Get enough