Establishing the Breastfeeding Relationship
December 8, 2006 by Angela White, J.D., breastfeeding counselor
Filed under breastfeeding basics, mothering
I look back at the moments when each of my newborn babies were laid on my chest as some of the most powerful and satisfying moments in my life. My first baby knew instinctively where “the good stuff” was and she wiggled and rooted around until she settled contentedly on the breast (with a little help latching on!) I could hardly wait to experience the same moments of bonding with my second child.
During that short window after the birth where the baby is alert and awake, it is so wonderful for mother and baby to have the time together to …read more
