It is important to use both breasts for feeding to ensure you maintain a milk supply in both breasts and avoid painful engorgement. The amount of time your baby will spend breastfeeding will vary depending on their unique body’s needs. Many women try to alternate breasts approximately halfway through a feeding session and begin with the opposite breast during the next feeding. Your breastfeeding specialist can offer you better insight into how long you should nurse at each breast as they get to know you and your baby. That is why it is so important to find a doctor who understands the intricate needs of a breastfeeding baby and new mother, so they can provide you with the information you need to support your baby’s health and development from the very beginning. Motherhood comes with no shortage of questions. Olivero Pediatrics is proud to offer breastfeeding advice that can help new mothers support their baby’s development. If you have questions about your milk supply, a breastfeeding schedule, or more complex issues associated with your baby’s feeding, our breastfeeding specialist can help. Contact us today to schedule an appointment, or simply walk in to speak with a physician when you need to.