Breastfeeding doesn’t always come naturally. So try not to worry if it feels a bit awkward at first. Breastfeeding is a skill that you and your baby learn together, and it can take time for both of you to get used to it.

To breastfeed comfortably, it doesn’t really matter where or how you choose to sit or lie back. What’s important is that you can settle your baby onto your breast easily.

Your newborn has a powerful instinct to seek out your breast. This is called rooting. When your baby’s rooting, you’ll see his lips move, and he’ll turn his head from side to side. He may also wave his arms and legs around.

Try out a few positions to find one that suits you, and helps your baby to easily root for and find your breast. This will help your baby open his mouth wide and get a good, comfortable latch onto your breast.

Laid back breastfeeding (Biological Nurturing)

Semi-reclined, with your baby lying across your stomach or shoulder to protect your caesarean wound.

Laid back breastfeeding after a cesarean:

If you find a position that works for you and your baby, It’s fine to stick with it. But if you have Sore nipples or other signs that baby is not latching on well, it can help to try different positions.

How do I start breastfeeding?

Sit or lie back so that your back is supported and you feel comfortable. Your arms and shoulders need to be loose and free to move, but well-supported.

Raise your feet or your knees, if you need to.

If you are sitting up, you could use a pillow to take the weight of your baby at first, so your forearms aren’t doing all the work.

If you’re using a laid-back position, use cushions or pillows to support your elbows, shoulders and your back.

Once you’re comfortable, place your baby, tummy-down, on your chest and abdomen, and bring your knees up, so that your baby has a surface to push on with his feet. A laid-back position helps your baby to make the most of his reflex to root for your breast. Your body will support your baby and allow him instinctively to adjust his position, bob his head, and find your breast.

If you are lying on your side, place pillows under your head. Lay your baby alongside you, with his tummy towards yours. Again, you could bend your knees so your baby can feel them with his feet.

Other positions for breastfeeding your baby could include:

1 ) The cradle hold, with your baby’s head in the crook of your arm

2 ) The rugby ball hold, with your baby’s body under your arm

3) The koala hold, where your baby straddles your knees to nurse

For further clarifications,

DR.SUNITHA SIVAKUMAR Md( Og), DRM( Reproductive medicine, Germany),
D.Mas( Laproscopy, Germany)
For appointments, contact – 0416- 2253400, 0416- 2252114, 0416-2909192