Breastfeeding can be a beautiful experience but it can also be upsetting for a new mother whose baby is not taking to the experience naturally. As a new mum, you need to give yourself room to get comfortable with the general idea of breastfeeding. Understand and accept that the initial stages of this exercise can be a little challenging, and being anxious does not help you or your baby.
Babies can sense any anxiety and this anxiety may transfers onto them, thus causing your new baby to struggle too. Before the actual birth, it is important to take time to read or watch videos that will help give you an idea of all the alternatives that can be used in the breastfeeding techniques.
The following are some basic tips on how you can achieve a successful nursing exercise: