Breastfeeding Basics
Today, Carole Arsenault of Newborn Nurses offers breastfeeding basics for baby’s first two weeks:
“Many women read several breastfeeding books and take at least one breastfeeding class during their pregnancy. However, once baby arrives many women forget some important basic information, especially as it relates to the newborn’s first two weeks of life. Here are breastfeeding basics to keep in mind during the first two weeks.
Day One: The first few hours
Day Two: Baby is 24 hours old
Days Three and Four
Day 5
Days 6 – 9
Days 10 – 14