Have a hungry baby? Moms who are new at breastfeeding want to be sure their baby is getting enough to eat. Watch for these clues, suggests NH+C’s certified lactation consultant Jennifer Kleine, RN, IBCLC.
- Watch your baby’s hands. They may be clenched and tight before feeding, and will relax as baby’s tummy fills up.
- How many diapers? For the first week, expect the number of wet and dirty diapers to increase each day. Then, watch for about 8 wet or dirty diapers per day until Baby is one month old. (Poop usually slows down after that . . . something to look forward to.)
- How does Mom feel? Once her milk is in, breasts should feel full before nursing, and softer afterwards.
Want more reassurance? Our lactation consultant can help you:
- check baby’s positioning and latch
- discuss ideas to stimulate Mom’s milk production
- feel more confident about how much baby is eating, by weighing baby before and after feeding
Meet with the lactation consultant to get one-on-one coaching, discuss problems, and get answers to your questions. Appointments: (507) 646-1216