Correct positioning and technique for latching on are necessary to prevent nipple soreness and allow the baby to obtain enough milk. The rooting reflex is the babys natural tendency to turn towards the breast with the mouth open wide; mothers sometimes make use of this by gently stroking the babys cheek or lips with their nipple to induce the baby to move into position for a breastfeeding session, then quickly moving the baby onto the breast while its mouth is wide open. To prevent nipple soreness and allow the baby to get enough milk, a large part of the breast and areola need to enter the babys mouth. Failure to latch on is one of the main reasons for ineffective feeding.
Posted on: Mon, 17 Mar 2014 19:37:19 +0000
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