How to Nurse in the Side Lying Position
Nursing in the side lying position is an easy way to feed your baby during the night or naptime. Additionally, it is ideal for women who recently had a c-section since it does not put stress on the stomach. This position gets easier as the baby gets older and may be more comfortable for women with large breasts. A nursing toddler may even be able to feed in this position with no help from mom.
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Instructions
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Position your baby on his side. If you are nursing on the right side, place him on his left side and vice versa.
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Lay down next to baby. If you are nursing on the right side, lie down on your right side, facing your baby.
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Pull baby up as close as possible to you and put a rolled-up blanket behind him to keep him next to you.
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Offer the breast to your baby with the opposite hand. For example, if you are nursing with the right breast, support the breast with your left hand. You can use your free arm to hold baby close or prop up your head.
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Roll over when you are finished and repeat on the other side if baby is still hungry.
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Tips & Warnings
Keep baby as close as possible to ensure proper latch.
The side lying position can make mom sleepy as well as baby. Move him to a crib, once you are finished nursing, if you are worried about rolling over.
