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Analyse The Importance Of Positioning And Attachment

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Positioning & Attachment Positioning can help make attachment more effective and comfortable. The baby needs to be able to take a large mouthful of breast and feed effectively without causing mum and don't feel discomfort. Specially in the first days, you may find it more comfortable to feed lying in a semi reclined position, with body and head completely supported. In this position baby feeds while lying on mother stomach, with their body and legs downwards. This way your baby can move towards nipple and breast itself or with help if needed. Mum can prefer to breastfeed sitting up with baby lying across her body or in a rugby hold. It is important the mum is sitting comfortably with her back well supported or sitting comfortably with feet

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