There is no reason that prevents mothers from breastfeeding their babies, only they need help during first days and choose the best way.
You can breastfeed your baby. Different sizes and shapes of nipples have nothing to do with milk production. Some women may need help to learn how to breastfeed.
If you take some medicines, first ask your doctor if you can continue taking them while breastfeed your baby because some medicines are safe during breastfeeding and do not harm the baby, while others do.
Breastfeeding is the normal way to feed a baby and it should not hurt. If you experience pain in your breasts or nipples, it is usually because your baby is not positioned properly. Ask your doctor to help spot the problem.
Breastfeeding may take 10 to 25 minutes or until the baby shows signs of fullness (such as slowing down in sucking, spitting out the breast and loosening hands, arms and legs).
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding for six months with the introduction of safe and nutritious complementary food thereafter, with continued breastfeeding for two years or for as long as possible. The food should provide sufficient amount of energy and protein to meet the baby’s nutritional needs and ensure its steady growth.
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