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Your position
It is important that you find a comfortable position.
If you are sitting down to feed, try to make sure that:
- Your back is straight and supported
- Your lap is almost flat
- Your feet are flat on the floor (you may need a footstool or a thick book)
- You have extra pillows, if needed, to support your back and arms or to help raise your baby to the level of your breast.
Breastfeeding lying down can be very comfortable. It is especially good for night feeds as you can rest while your baby feeds.
- Try to lie fairly flat with a pillow under your head and your shoulder on the bed.
- Lie well over on your side. A pillow supporting your back and another between your legs can help with this.
- Once your baby is feeding well, you will be able to feed him comfortably anywhere without needing pillows.
