Proper technique for breastfeeding

1. Baby and mother should be in a comfortable position
2. Feeding should be in sitting position
3. Hold the baby in an inclined upright position on your lap or a nursing pillow
4. Baby’s head should be on your forearm and the neck slightly extended
5. Infant’s ear, shoulder and hip should be in one line
6. Proper positioning for milk transfer is chest to chest contact of the infant and the mother
7. Correct latch means the child’s mouth should be wide open and the chin should touch the breast
8. Portion of nipple and areola should be in the baby’s mouth for effective milk transfer

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