Biological nurturing or laid back nursing position with its simplicity can ensure a good latch and solve various breastfeeding problems.
When done right, this position triggers a baby’s natural feeding reflexes and helps him to take a good mouthful of breast while feeling very stable on the mother’s body.
Ok, ready? Here’s how to master a perfect biological nurturing position:
- Find a comfortable sofa or a couch where you can lie back.
- Place your baby on your stomach.
- Your baby’s belly should touch yours and his head should be at the level of your breasts.
- Once your baby is positioned well; he will begin to smell and feel his way to your nipple and move his head back and forth, opening his mouth wide to latch on. It’s purely instinctive.
- You can, if needed, hold and support his body and lead him or just snuggle and enjoy!
Here’s a wonderful video demonstrates a mother holding her baby in a semi-reclining position. The clip describes how to spot early feeding cues and shows baby feeding comfortably on his tummy (in the “prone” position).
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