Once you have reached your third semester, you will have to start buying your breast pads, loose button down shirts and nursing bras for the months ahead. While preparing for breast feeding, you can make your own custom designed area for yourself. You want to make your nursing area reflect your own personality. If you rather a loud and friendly surrounding, you could set up in the corner of your family room or living room. Make sure that you keep a couple of chairs near you so that family members and friends can give you company.
If you want to have a silent and peaceful nursing area, an empty guest room or cozy study would be a excellent thought. You can dim the lights and close the door when you want if you want to take a couple of calming breaths while breast-feeding.
1. Your chair
It doesn’t matter if your chair is an overstuffed recliner, a glider or a desk chair as long as it is comfortable. You will have to sit on your chair for many hours everyday, so it is best if it is extremely comfortable. Make sure that your chair offers you shoulder and back support, with arm rests.
2. Underfoot support
You can use a low coffee table, a stack of pillows, or a footstool in order to keep your feet superior while breast feeding. You can avoid backache by raising your feet and legs while bringing your baby towards your breasts.
3. Pillows
Your arms, feet, neck and back need a lot of support and you must give it all you can. Surrounding your baby with pillows is the best thought. Lay a large pillow on your lap and lay your baby on it. The baby will be comfortable and quicker to the breast. For more comfort, you can buy a nursing pillow that is individually made to encircle your waist.
4. Table
Always keep a stand or a small table within arm’s reach from your breast feeding chair. Your table should be large sufficient for holding a glass of liquid and a coaster. Some people like to use a straw to drink, while others rather to do so from a glass.
You will also like to keep a few healthy snacks within reach, such as nuts, peanut butter and crackers, and fresh fruits to help give you energy while breast feeding.
5. Distractions
In case your baby eats slowly or has a huge appetite, you will want to make sure you have things to keep yourself busy while feeding. If there is a nearby cupboard, fill its shelves with your pet books or keep crossword puzzles nearby to keep yourself occupied while the baby feeds. Also make sure you have a telephone nearby in case you wish to talk to some friends or family members to pass time.
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