Wrong breastfeeding positions for a newborn?!

Written By Stacey Stewart, C.L.E

Alright, let's talk breastfeeding positions for newborns. You've probably heard about a dozen different ways to do it, but is there really a 'wrong' position? Let’s find out…

 
 

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Is there actually WRONG breastfeeding positions for a newborn?

No! There is no wrong breastfeeding positions for newborns.  

You can hold your baby any which way and as long as they’re comfortable and transferring milk well.

However, there are 2 things to keep in mind when positioning yourself with a newborn:

  • Make sure their belly is facing you.

  • Never hunch over them.  Don’t bring your nipple to baby. Bring baby to your nipple. 

The easiest and most comfy position for breastfeeding a newborn?

Laid back breastfeeding.

 
 

In fact, the laid back breastfeeding position is not just for newborns… it’s a great position for any age!

Here’s a video on how to do it…

 
 
Stacey Stewart, C.L.E

Meet Stacey Stewart, Certified Lactation Educator and the creative force behind Milkology! With 3 kids of her own, she knows firsthand the joys and challenges of breastfeeding. She’s on a quest to turn nursing woes into wins for moms everywhere. KNOWLEDGE IS POWER!

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