Breastfeeding is known as the gold standard to feed a baby, but it is about so much more than nutrition. It represents the common language of mothering; it is about intimacy and a relationship with your baby.
Breast milk is perfectly designed, with all the nutrients your baby requires for growth and physical development (especially his brain), and nourishes both body and soul.
The best thing about breastfeeding is that your body naturally produces milk from before birth, and the process is continued as your baby is born to breastfeed. You just need to be available to your baby. Most babies know exactly what they need to do, so be guided by your baby, and have confidence in your body’s ability to nourish your baby.
This doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t also get clued up on how to go about the art of breastfeeding. Empower yourself with good knowledge that instils confidence, and surround yourself with people who will support you, from your partner and family members to healthcare professionals. Ask for help if and when you need it. Have a breastfeeding plan, and make a commitment to face the challenges you may face along the way.
THE GOLDEN HOUR
The first hour after the birth of your baby is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity – a sacred moment when a family is formed and your baby’s first impression of life outside the womb is made. The best way to start is heart to heart!
This story is from the August/September 2021 edition of Your Pregnancy.
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