With little practice, mothers can breastfeed anywhere. Breasts and babies are portable. Breastfeeding may help some women lose weight. Breast milk is something that only the mother can provide for her baby. New mothers feel very proud of this.
Baby is breastfed often.
Breastfeed at least eight to 12 times in 24 hours. Baby should appear to be content and relaxed after each feeding. When the baby finishes nursing at the first breast before going to the second breast, he or she should be getting an adequate balance of fluids and calories. Full term, normal newborns should regain their birthweight by the time they turn 2 weeks old. By 4 months of age, babies should have doubled their birthweight.