How the baby latches on affects mom and baby. There are several reasons why a good latch should be maintained.
1. It keeps breastfeeding related discomforts, such as sore, cracked, and irritated nipples, to a minimal.
2. It lessens the risk of the mom becoming engorged because the baby is able to suckle properly, maintaining good milk flow and emptying of the breast.
3. Ensures that baby is satiated, and getting enough milk for proper nutrition, hydration, weight gain, and development.
How can a mother help her baby to properly latch on?
Most importantly, a mother should watch for her baby’s feeding cues. When babies are hungry and ready to nurse, they will exhibit many behaviors. There are early, mid, and late feeding cues to watch for.
Here are 7 signs to look for that will ensure that the baby is latched on properly.
1. Cheeks are rounded
2. Mothers can hear the baby swallowing from the throat
3. Baby’s ears move
4. Baby falls off the breast after feeding, or is very relaxed after feeding
5. Mothers should never hear a clicking or smacking noise
6. Latch is deep and does not cause any nipple pain
7. Your breast feels soft after a feed
*Read more about how to breastfeed correctly on“4 reasons why breastfeeding is tough”
Rejoice Pregnancy’s Breastfeeding Support and Postpartum Recovery Programmes will ensure your baby has sufficient colostrum and quality milk supply.
Our Maternal Health Visitors will work with you to ensure your baby is latching on correctly and ensure a stable and constant milk supply.
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