Any moms out there breastfed their kids?? Do you have any successful tips for positioning with one arm?? My little guy is 7 weeks old and just 'killing me'. I have tried many thing but never even thought to look here.
Thanks!!
Court
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Re: breastfeeding help!
Have you tried using a breastfeeding pillow? These can take the weight off you and supports the baby for you in a good position for him to breastfeed 
There are many types... some offer more support, and some are used for twins = one handed help.
http://www.soulmothers.com.au/product.aspx?ID=161
(you can get these in the USA too)
http://pregnancy.about.com/od/breastfee ... 22302a.htm
There are many types... some offer more support, and some are used for twins = one handed help.
http://www.soulmothers.com.au/product.aspx?ID=161
(you can get these in the USA too)
http://pregnancy.about.com/od/breastfee ... 22302a.htm
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Hey Court!
The pillows are a great suggestion! I also wonder if you could use a sling carrier (would work while seated or standing).
I found it very easy to nurse Aria in an Ergo baby carrier, and would sometimes use it while seated.
Good luck finding a comfortable solution - and congratulations on your new baby!!! So exciting!
mica
The pillows are a great suggestion! I also wonder if you could use a sling carrier (would work while seated or standing).
I found it very easy to nurse Aria in an Ergo baby carrier, and would sometimes use it while seated.
Good luck finding a comfortable solution - and congratulations on your new baby!!! So exciting!
mica
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kissygoose
Re: breastfeeding help!
I used lots of pillows including a nursing pillow. I also used the back of the couch to help brace my arm up. The slings are good too. I used a ring sling where my babies could be in the position to nurse and I didn't have to use my arm at all. Also I got the help of a lactation consultant who helped me figure out positioning and such that worked best for me. I had to use some non traditional holds like the football hold and such.
Let me say, that it was a lot of trial and error until I found something that works. It wasn't till my 3rd child (I had twins the first time) that I really had the hang of it. Just keep trying, you'll find something that works for you.
Let me say, that it was a lot of trial and error until I found something that works. It wasn't till my 3rd child (I had twins the first time) that I really had the hang of it. Just keep trying, you'll find something that works for you.
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Re: breastfeeding help!
Lots of pillows like everyone else has said. I also found that if I sat on the couch or chair and could use my leg/knee to help prop the pillows up (or keep them from sinking) helped and used the football hold. What ever you do try not to get frustrated....I did before I found what worked for me...my son and I struggled with breast feeding because of this for the first 4 weeks....I found a position that worked and had a great experience for 4 more weeks.....but by this time my supply was not enough for my little dude. So remeber stay calm and try different ways everytime until it works for you. It is a different process for people with BPI....and my lactation consultant did not understad my problem.
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Re: breastfeeding help!
The boppy was great when I had my son, and other than that I might need a few extra pillows to get him in the right spot. It gets easier as they get bigger and don't fold up as easy. I always felt like Jack was falling into the cracks of the pillows or whatever I was using. It's definitely trial and error, and never worry how it looks to others, just find what position works for you.
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Re: breastfeeding help!
I agree with others, lots pillows or blankets. I loved my Boppy Pillow. I used an ez-2-nurse, http://www.doubleblessings.com/servlet/Detail?no=271 , with my twins & I personally found it a bit more helpful then my Boppy as it is firmer, but obviously bigger since it's for twins. Search your local craigslist for one.
Congrats on your new baby!
Congrats on your new baby!