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breastfeeding after a c-section

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a caesarean delivery may delay the start of breastfeeding. you may be sleepy from medicine or in pain from the surgery. try breastfeeding your baby as soon as you are able.

  • ask whether your baby can be brought into the recovery room to be held and breastfed.
  • ask your nurse or other health professionals to help you position the baby in ways that are comfortable for you. the football hold or the side-lying position may be most comfortable after caesarean delivery, because the baby does not rest on your abdomen. see pictures of the side-lying position and the football hold.

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current as of: october 24, 2023

author: healthwise staff
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