Breastfeeding Preparation

Breastfeeding is a natural thing that needs to be done by a mother shortly after birth. Preparation of breastfeeding is important as preparation for the birth itself. New mother needs to be preparation for breastfeeding before giving birth because even though breastfeeding is natural it is not easy for an inexperienced mother. We suggest you do the following things:

  

1. The most important in understanding the preparation of nursing is to prepare, mentally and your psychology. Breastfeeding is necessary intention, perseverance and patience. Mothers should be aware of it and the importance of breast milk for your baby.
2. Ask for positive support from family, friends, colleagues and husband. Positive support for breastfeeding will form a good mindset with a strong determination.
3. Find information about breastfeeding as much as possible from people who've successfully breast-feeding, books, doctors, medical personnel or the Internet.
4. Choose a doctor who supports your decision to Early Initiation of Breastfeeding  and lactating
5. Choose a hospital that supports Early Initiation of Breastfeeding and breastfeeding postpartum. That is: to help perform the procedure Early Initiation of breastfeeding immediately after birth, allowing the mother to sleep in one room with a child (rooming-in), allow breastfeeding on demand baby (on-demand), does not give a bottle (formula, glucose water, or other supplements ), etc..
6. Make sure that the nurses at the hospital know that you will be breastfeeding and your baby should not be given milk bottles. If necessary, ask your doctor to make a special letter to your doctor or nurse a good pediatrician
7. Attend preparatory classes pregnancy. Usually this class teaches breathing techniques to reduce labor pain. With this technique, you probably need to use painkillers will be reduced. Make sure the class also teaches the basics of breastfeeding.
8. Choose loose-fitting nursing bra, cool, give support to the breast, and also large enough to pass the nipple. Do not use a bra that is too tight. If necessary she also equip it with the breast pad.