Frequency of Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding should be done as soon as possible after delivery. Infants and mothers who do breastfeeding within 1 hour after birth have a greater success than those who delay. Newborns should be nursed every 2-3 hours until the baby is satisfied. Breastfeeding at least 5 minutes on each breast on the first day after birth and increasing frequency every day so as to increase milk production optimally. When feeding 20 minutes on each breast enough for the baby. No need to limit the time of breastfeeding. Frequency of breastfeeding that often can increase milk production.

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