Does Breastfeeding Hurt Me? Breastfeeding does not hurt. Although there may be a slight sensitivity at first, it gradually decreases. To reduce the pain, your baby should open his jaw as much as possible and take as much of the areola (the dark colored part around the nipple) as possible. When your baby latches on to the breast correctly, it will be painless and peaceful for both of you. The baby who cannot latch well will not be able to get milk, will become restless, and your nipple will become increasingly irritated. . If breastfeeding is painful, seek help from someone experienced in breastfeeding without delay. What Should I Eat While Breastfeeding? Every culture has an opinion about the foods that should be eaten or avoided while breastfeeding. Eating certain foods may comfort you and your family members.
Recent studies have shown that the foods you eat and drink have little effect on breast milk. While breastfeeding, your appetite may increase and you may feel thirsty. Consume plenty of caffeine-free beverages. Milk production requires an average of 500 extra calories per day. Thus, breastfeeding women can more easily lose the excess weight they gained during pregnancy. Even in women who cannot get enough food, the content of milk does not change much. Your body will use its reserves to produce the milk needed for your baby. Therefore, in short, breastfeeding puts you in shape and helps you lose weight. When Should I Start Breastfeeding? The consensus from baby-friendly hospitals recommends that you start breastfeeding within the first half hour after birth. The sooner you stimulate your breasts, the sooner milk production will begin. In addition, during this period, your baby is awake and the desire to suckle is very strong. When this period of a few hours passes, babies tend to sleep and the start of breastfeeding is delayed. Initially, yellow or golden milk called colostrum comes from your breasts, in small amounts but rich in antibodies. This milk covers your baby's intestinal system. and protects against infections. As you breastfeed, milk production increases and as the days pass, bluish-white mature milk comes. In short, first breast milk is a kind of vaccine for your baby... How Often and For How Long Should I Breastfeed? Newborn babies need frequent feeding, it should be at least every two hours, without adhering to a strict schedule. Your breast is stimulated quickly and milk production increases. Since breast milk is digested more quickly than formula, you may need to feed your baby more often. As babies grow, they are fed less frequently. Breastfeeding duration varies from 10 minutes to 30 minutes depending on many factors. If your baby is fully latched and sucks strongly, 15-20 minutes is sufficient. The milk that comes at the beginning of breastfeeding is called foremilk, it is rich in sugar and water. This milk prevents thirst and low blood sugar in your baby. As the feeding time increases, your baby reaches the fatty milk in the back and feels full towards the end. She usually leaves the breast while sleeping. The baby who receives only the front milk will become hungry in a short time, whereas the baby who also receives the fatty milk from the back will stay full for a longer time. How Is Milk Formed? During the pregnancy period, the mother's breasts become a factory that will produce the necessary milk for her unborn baby. The breast grows in volume and gets more blood. The dark colored part surrounding the nipple is called the areola. Here, the montgomery glands, which secrete scent, become evident as millimetric buds. The glands that secrete milk into the interior of the breast become evident. There are cell clusters (alveoli) and muscle fibers around them that contract and push the milk in the alveoli into the milk ducts. The remaining breast tissue is support and fatty tissue, and the abundance or scarcity of this tissue determines the shape and structure of the breast. There are a similar number of milk glands in each breast. Therefore, whether the breast is small or large does not affect milk yield. Stimulation of the nipple releases two hormones called oxytocin and prolactin from the gland called pituitary. While prolactin ensures milk production in the mammary glands, oxytocin contracts the mammary glands and pushes the milk into the ducts. These ducts expand when they reach the areola and form milk pools called lactiferous sinuses. Together with the nipple, the areola is wide. By grasping the breast part, the baby squeezes these sinuses and extracts milk from the nipple. Prolactin, the hormone that produces milk, is secreted more during frequent breastfeeding and especially at night. Therefore, it is important for mothers who want to increase their milk supply to breastfeed at night. Stimulating the oxytocin reflex is especially important for mothers who have to express their milk. Changes in You, Your Baby and Your Milk in the First Days of Life Milk color and quantity, mother, baby? Birth Yellowish or golden yellow in color, the amount of milk is small but still It is rich in antibodies that will protect your baby. You will be tired and excited, but the best time to feed your baby is when you are resting. Your baby is awake at these moments and the desire to suckle is strongest. It is the best time to start breastfeeding. The first 12-24 hours. Your baby drinks a teaspoon of milk with each feed. You cannot see your milk, but know that it contains everything your baby needs. Continue to rest and get to know your baby. You may feel a little tenderness at the beginning while breastfeeding, but if it hurts, consult your doctor. Some babies They can sleep deeply during this period. The act of birth tires the baby, sometimes anesthetic substances have an effect, and latch on may be difficult during the first breastfeeding. When your baby wakes up, there will be a strong desire to suckle, take advantage of this moment. Many babies stop sucking and then suckle again. 2-5. Ripe milk comes increasingly. It has a bluish-white appearance. Sometimes colostrum color may persist for 1-2 weeks. Your breasts are full of milk and may leak. You can use disposable pads. If your breasts are very full, express them by hand a little before you start breastfeeding to soften the areola and make it easier for the baby to latch on. Cold application after breastfeeding and frequent breastfeeding reduces swelling. Your baby can be fed 8-12 times in 24 hours. Frequent feeding is normal since his stomach is small. Breastfeeding frequency is shown in a chart. should not remain attached. Even if your baby wants to breastfeed every 1-2 hours, it is normal.
It is good for him to take only one breast at a time. When he gets the fatty milk in the back, he won't want to feed frequently. After birth, your baby may lose 5-10% weight, and will regain this loss within 10-15 days. In the first 4-6 weeks, your milk will gradually turn bluish-white, and towards the end of breastfeeding, it will become creamy white as fatty milk will come. Foods you eat and drink may change the color of your milk. As you breastfeed, your breasts lose their fullness and soften in the first days, and their spontaneous flow decreases, but don't worry, your milk is still there. Your baby has learned to suckle, he sucks better, has a bigger stomach and takes in more milk. Feeding takes less time and intervals are longer. Many babies want to nurse frequently because it relaxes the baby and they enjoy being close to you. How Do I Know If My Baby Is Getting Enough Milk? It can be understood that your baby is getting enough milk from the frequency of bedwetting. In the first days, your milk is small but rich in milk. Wet diapers at least 1-2 times a day. Starting from the 3rd day, when milk production increases, wet diapers at least 5-6 times and dirty diapers 3-4 times a day are normal. Most mothers think that babies cry because they are hungry and have insufficient milk. However, if your baby consumes this number of diapers and has a weight gain of 125 g per week, it means that he is getting enough milk.
How Should My Baby Latch on to the Breast While Breastfeeding? Support your breast by holding it in a J shape with your thumb on top and four fingers below. Your fingers should be behind the areola. In the first days or if the breasts are very large, it may be necessary to support them throughout the entire breastfeeding. Put a drop of milk on your nipple and use the nipple to touch the baby's lips, the corner of the mouth, so that your baby opens his mouth wide. Hold your baby with his whole body facing you. Your baby will take the areola into his mouth as much as possible, including the nipple. The baby should not just take the nipple. Check that the baby's tongue grasps the nipple from below and his lips grasp it outwards. If you notice that the lower jaw is not opening sufficiently, press lightly on the chin and make it open and the lower lip turns outward. The baby's chin will touch the breast.
Observe your baby's back and forth jaw movements and follow the occasional swallowing sounds. The baby's nose and chin may touch the breast. .Breastfeeding shouldn't hurt. If you feel pain, the baby has probably latched on incorrectly. Gently remove the baby from the breast and try again. When removing your baby from the breast, slowly insert your little finger into the corner of his mouth and separate it from the breast while your baby sucks your finger. TRUE-FALSE How Should I Hold My Baby While Breastfeeding? You can hug your baby in different ways to breastfeed. What you should pay attention to here is that the baby's mouth should be close to the breast, the baby should not make much effort to reach the breast, and the whole body should be on the same plane and facing you. If you pay attention to these, it will be much easier for your baby to grasp the breast fully and correctly. You can support your arm and elbow and place a pillow or cushion next to you or your baby. 1. Embrace: It is comfortable for many mothers and is applied most frequently. The arm you embrace sucks the breast on its side. 2. Reverse hug: A premature baby or one who has difficulty latching on. It is suitable for . Grasp the baby with your arm opposite to the breast you are breastfeeding, and support the head or breast with your other hand. 3. Armpit: Suitable for twins, mothers with large breasts, flat or sunken nipples or difficulty grasping. Lie down your baby towards the armpit where the breast you will breastfeed is located. 4. Lying down: It provides rest and breastfeeding to the tired mother after cesarean birth and problematic vaginal birth. The baby's face and body should be facing you. Why Do Babies Cry? Your baby is not hungry every time he cries. Dirty diaper and body, too much stimulation, gas pain, illness or pain also make babies cry. What are the reasons why my baby is not getting enough milk? Common causes; Starting breastfeeding late Not breastfeeding frequently Avoiding breastfeeding at night Breastfeeding for short periods Using bottles and pacifiers Giving supplementary foods Mother's lack of self-confidence Mother's anxiety, anxiety and stress Disliking breastfeeding Not accepting the baby Fatigue Rare causes Using birth control pills while breastfeeding Alcohol, cigarettes, too much caffeine, medication use of sedating medication serious illness or disability of the baby How will I breastfeed in public? First of all, you don't have to breastfeed in public. Most women are uncomfortable with this, but as they gain experience, they feel more comfortable. If the time you will be out is short, breastfeed before leaving and immediately upon return. If you have a car, breastfeed in the vehicle.
Find a women's cafe, or a store specifically for women, or Use the changing room. If you are at home, turn your chair upside down and avoid making eye contact with people, cover your breast with a diaper or blanket, or ask the host for a suitable room. You can express your milk and give it with a bottle, but do not do this in the first months when your baby has not learned to suck the breast well. How Will I Continue Breastfeeding When I Return to School or Work? Breastfeeding keeps you and your baby together, even if you are far away. Try to take the longest leave possible after birth, so you can reduce the time you will have to express your milk. Breastfeeding by working mothers is beneficial even for employers, because the performance of mothers with healthy babies increases at work, and they can take care of their sick babies from work. They do not take leave often. If there is a breastfeeding or milking room in your workplace, there is a refrigerator in it.
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