17/06/2020
REPOST -!
There are ways to feed your baby other than a bottle when it comes to supplementing. You can use a bottle of that works for you, but there are risks to consider... one of which is bottle preference because the flow is much faster than the breast.
Consider these options which can help you protect breastfeeding. Work with a lactation consultant for more detailed instructions for your situation!
▶️CUP: using a medicine cup, you can feed milk directly from the cup to baby’s mouth (they sort of lap up the milk).
▶️SYRINGE: using a finger (or if baby will latch to the breast) to stimulate sucking, the syringe is placed in the corner of the mouth and milk/colostrum is slowly released to give drops of milk.
▶️AT BREAST SUPPLEMENTER (formal or makeshift supplemental nursing system): best when baby can latch, allowing them to continue practicing breastfeeding while getting additional milk or formula (and it helps keep baby interested/motivated).
▶️SPOON: similar to a cup, but usually used for smaller amounts of colostrum.
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If your baby isn’t latching after delivery, here are a few options to get some colostrum or formula into your baby’s belly (instead of introducing a bottle)! These are the “alternate feeding methods” that I teach a lot during the first couple of days after delivery. Babies aren’t always as efficient as we expect them to be post delivery. Birth is a lot of work on EVERYONE. they may be tired, sore, or uncomfortable. Overall, they’re still adjusting to new life so BE PATIENT if they aren’t latching right away.
