Breastfeeding Tips & Breast Pump Guide | Lactation Connection

It is recommended that breastfed infants are fed exclusive of a bottle for at least 6-8 weeks while learning to breastfeed.  Bottle feeding greatly changes the way the infant sucks and their expectations for immediate gratification while feeding.  Feeding from a bottle provides immediate gratification because bottle drips even when sucking does not occur.  This causes the infant to thrust their tongue to the end of the nipple or to arch their tongue to collapse the nipple on the roof of their mouth to control the flow.There are several methods of supplementing a newborn with breast milk during the early days.  For short term feeding solution, we recommend finger feeding with a syringe .  This method is tried and true and can be learned by both parents and baby in a matter of minutes. Instructions: Wash your hands. Sit with your feet on a stool or anywhere you can raise your knees. Place the baby in your lap facing you so they are in a reclined with their...