AN UPDATE ON BREAST-FEEDING

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January/February 1985
 
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Two common misbeliefs are that small-breasted women cannot produce enough milk and that if you do not have enough milk when you begin nursing, you will never satisfy your baby's great need for nourishment. Not true! In all pregnant women a physical change occurs in the milk ducts that enlarges the breasts. Likewise, the more your baby nurses, the more milk your breasts produce. And a new baby nurses approximately every 1-1/2 hours at first.

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Initially, try 7-10 minutes on each side to help prevent nipple soreness... then gradually increase this time. (Nipple-toughening exercises during pregnancy, such as frequent exposure to air, are highly recommended.)

It may take almost a week for you and your baby to nurse successfully—but don't give up! Going to a series of La Leche League meetings while you're pregnant will help establish a support system, in case you have problems later. In the event of any middle-of-the-night crises, ring up La Leche League International at 312/455-7730. An expert is always on hand to offer advice and support. Good luck!

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