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Things that can help with Breastfeeding

1. Make your LO suck more breastmilk. For the initial 1-2 days milk production will be low, but make your baby suck as it will give signal to your hormones to release more milk 2. Don't get panicky if breastfeeding doesn't work out in the beginning. Find ways to clear it out.  Understanding proper Breastfeeding positions is very important. Get a proper understanding of breastfeeding positions from your nurse, or from Youtube videos, seminars, etc. For me, Nipple Guard helped me greatly in improving latching.  Breastfeeding pillow also helped in placing my baby in a proper position for breastfeeding.  If you find that breastfeeding is not working after trying these small options consult a lactation consultant, they may be able to help you out 3. Here are a few very important things that can make breastfeeding smooth.  Make sure that you offer your nipple & surrounding areola completely for breastfeeding.  His/Her chin should touch mother's breast His/Her be...