Breastfeeding Tips

• Your milk is all they need.
• Breastfeeding babies do not need extra water.
• Avoid giving artificial nipples, bottles or pacifiers in the first few weeks of life unless directed to do so by your doctor.
• The more often you breastfeed, the more milk you will make.
• Your body makes as much milk as your baby needs.
• Breastfeed your baby often and feed your baby on demand.
• This is your baby’s way of alerting you to her hunger.
• Crying is the last sign of distress.
• Responding early will help avoid this.
• Keep your baby calm and cozy by continuing cuddling skin to skin at home. Your baby will stay warm and comfortable on your chest, continuing bonding, soothing and increasing breastfeeding.