Breastfeeding a Newborn Baby
Caring for a newborn baby can be challenging, especially with breastfeeding. If you are a new mom, you may have a few questions about breastfeeding. Your pediatrician can help. Dr. David Yip at Angel Pediatrics in Anthem, AZ, offers comprehensive pediatric services, including help with breastfeeding and newborn care.
What You Need To Know About Breastfeeding
So, why should you breastfeed your newborn? It turns out there are many benefits for both you and your baby. Consider that:
- Breastfeeding provides your baby with great nutrition, including the right amounts of nutrients and vitamins
- Breast milk builds a strong immune system, providing immunoglobulins to you
- Breast milk is more easily digested and absorbed, causing less stomach upset for your newborn
- Breast milk is easily available and requires no preparation to come out at the perfect temperature
- Breastfeeding enhances the bond between you and your baby and can lead to a calmer, healthier baby
Breastfeeding can also help you lose the excess weight you gained while pregnant and balance your hormone levels. When you breastfeed your newborn, it’s important to keep a few things in mind. Remember to:
- Find a relaxed, quiet environment
- Sit in a comfortable position
- Support your breast and your baby while you breastfeed
If you are having difficulty with breastfeeding, it’s important to seek help from your pediatrician, who has access to lactation consultants and other resources to help you. You should contact your pediatrician if you are:
- Experiencing problems with your baby latching on to your breast
- Not producing sufficient amounts of breast milk
- Having difficulty with positioning yourself and your baby
- Experiencing sore or infected nipples
- Experiencing pain during breastfeeding
Want To Know More?
To learn more about breastfeeding a newborn baby, call Dr. David Yip at Angel Pediatrics in Anthem, AZ. You can reach him in the office by calling (623) 551-0442, so call today.