Side lying breastfeeding posture diagram

Breastfeeding in the winter is indeed a matter of making mothers feel cold, especially getting up in the middle of the night to breastfeed is also a kind of torture. Therefore, many mothers choose to breastfeed their babies while lying down. So, is it really good to breastfeed while lying down? Will it cause any harm to the baby? According to pediatric experts, it is possible to breastfeed while lying down, and there will be no harm as long as you master the correct posture.

What is the correct posture for breastfeeding while lying down? I think many mothers would like to master it. In fact, many mothers breastfeed in the wrong lying position, which results in the baby not being able to suck milk, the baby crying and making a fuss, and the baby still cries and makes a fuss after sucking for most of the day. Now, follow the article to learn about these things about breastfeeding while lying down.

Diagram of side-lying feeding posture for baby, the correct posture for lying down feeding:

Cross-holding method for feeding while lying down: Similar to the first method, but the left hand is used to support the baby when feeding on the right side, and the right hand is used to support the baby when feeding on the left side.

Football holding method for lying down breastfeeding: If you had a caesarean section or have large breasts, this method is more suitable. Hold the child at one side of your body, with your arms bent and your palms straight, supporting the child's head so that he faces your breast and the child's back rests on your upper arms. For comfort reasons, you can install a cushion on the leg.

The side-sleeping method for breastfeeding while lying down: you can breastfeed while lying down when you are tired. Sleep on your side, let the child face your breast, hold the child's body with one hand, and put the nipple into the child's mouth with the other hand. This method is suitable for early breastfeeding and also for mothers who have had a caesarean section.

Common problems with breastfeeding positions:

1. Find a comfortable position.

During the entire breastfeeding process, the mother must understand that she must find a comfortable position before each breastfeeding, apply a cold and damp towel to the breasts and nipples for 3 to 5 minutes, and massage the chest to stimulate the milk ejection reflex, squeeze out some milk, and loosen the nipples to facilitate the baby's sucking. First feed with the breast that hurts less, and put the nipple and most of it into the baby's mouth.

2. Don’t force your baby to stop breastfeeding.

If you want to interrupt breastfeeding, the mother can gently press the baby's jaw with her ring finger, and the baby will automatically spit out the nipple. Never pull out the nipple forcibly, as this will damage the nipple. If nipple cracking has occurred, squeeze out some milk after weaning, rub it on the nipples and teats, and wait for them to dry naturally. If the nipple pain is severe and unbearable, you can stop breastfeeding, use a breast pump to suck out the milk, let your family participate in feeding the baby, and let the baby continue to enjoy milk.

3. Pay attention to changing posture.

When breastfeeding your baby, it is best to use different breastfeeding postures. This is because the mother feeds in different postures at each meal, which can help the baby suck milk from all parts of the breast. You can also let the baby's lower jaw face the hard lump to help the milk in the blockage to flow out. When breastfeeding your baby, it is best to change various breastfeeding positions, which is also beneficial to breast care.