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Positioning the baby

There are various ways that you can hold your baby for breastfeeding. Whichever way you choose here are a few guidelines to help make sure that your baby is able to feed well:

1. Your baby should be held close to you and across your chest.
2. He should be facing the breast, with his head, shoulders and body in a straight line.
3. His nose or top lip should be opposite the nipple.
4. He should be able to reach the breast easily, without having to stretch or twist.
5. Remember always move your baby towards your breast rather than your breast to the baby.

Some simple rules:

1. Turned to Mummy
2. Nipple to nose
3. Baby to breast, not breast to baby