Many hospitals, at discharge, encourage the new mother to call the nursery or the staff lactation consultant at any time night or day. This may be a series of trial and error positions, but your baby will give you clues as to which position is preferable on either side. This includes food, drink and medication. It is always wise to consult with your health care provider about medications. Many encourage a new mom to use acetaminophen rather than aspirin, for example.
Caffeine is generally okay in small amounts.
This is not the time to supplement with formula unless your health care provider believes that, for a medical reason, you should withhold breastfeeding. Supply and demand is the key to breastmilk production. Your baby's nursing demands will help you to maintain and replenish your milk supply. After nursing Resist becoming a pacifier for your baby. Allowing your baby to remain at your breast after nursing has been completed may result in sore and cracked nipples.