General Guidelines

• Especially early on, don't let baby sleep through feeds

  • Try to feed every 2-3 hours

• Cluster feeding, where the baby wants to eat more frequently, is normal. Please allow baby to feed during cluster feeds

• Try to burp baby half way through the bottle, or before switching sides if breast feeding

• A little spit up is okay

• Most of the time, let your baby guide you on how much to feed.

Breast Feeding

Tips and Tricks

• Always remember you can call your hospital, even after delivery, and ask to meet with the lactation nurse

• Try a different hold

  • Football carry

  • Pillow hold

  • Cross the front hold

• Make sure that as much of the areola is in babies mouth as possible. This will also help with nipple pain

• Try a nipple shield for a better latch

• Tickle babies feet or irritate baby gently to keep them awake during feeds

• Make sure you are using both sides equally

Links for more information

WomensHealth.com

Formula Feeding

• Start slow, around 15 ml or 1/2 oz of formula per feeding.

• You baby will soon want to increase the amount, usually to around 30 ml or 1 oz of formula per feed

• Most spit up is normal, but if you see blood or projectile vomit, notify Dr. Munn

• Generic baby formula is just as good as name brand!