Surely you are really looking forward to breastfeeding your little baby for the first time after birth. But breastfeeding is pretty unusual at first. Don’t get discouraged if it doesn’t work the first time. Here you can find out what you have to consider in order to be able to really enjoy the time together with your little one.
A breastfeed lasts about half an hour. Therefore, it is important that you get into a comfortable position. Sit upright in a chair or armchair and hold your baby over your lap at chest height. You can put a pillow underneath. Special breastfeeding pillows, which are reminiscent of a semicircular tube, are particularly practical. They support your little one in such a way that you can also relax your arm. A small stool or a meditation cushion under your feet provides additional support.
If you have to lie down after the birth, talk to your midwife. She will help you find the right breastfeeding position.
Place your baby’s tummy close to your body. His head rests on your forearm, below the crook of your arm. Keep your back straight and don’t slouch towards your baby. You can also support your head with your other hand.
If you brush your baby’s lips lightly over the nipple, your baby’s mouth should open wide. It looks like the little one is yawning. If your mouth is wide open, bring it to your chest so that your nipple is at the back of your mouth. It should cover as much of the areola as possible. Your baby breathes through their nose while drinking. So make sure there is enough space between his nose and your chest.
You did it: your baby is drinking. Now you can relax. Take enough time to breastfeed and let your baby drink one breast empty first. Then you can drink your fill on the second. If he’s had enough after the first one, next time you offer him the other one first. When breastfeeding, you first give off a thin foremilk. It quenches your child’s thirst. Then the much higher-calorie milk begins to flow, which provides your baby with everything it needs.
If you want to remove your baby from the breast, it is best to gently put a finger in the corner of his mouth. This lets air into your mouth and the vacuum created by sucking disappears.
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