It is a joy every parent to welcome a new member into their family. The breastfeeding journey may sound so easy but it might not be a perfect one since as a mother you will make some mistakes.
For you and your baby to remain happy and make the breastfeeding journey a success, avoid the following breastfeeding mistakes;
1. Ignoring your hunger and thirst
Nursing can take much of you, therefore, it is important to keep yourself fit by eating a well-balanced diet, drinking plenty of water and also getting enough rest. Lack of enough nutrients in your body resulting from starving yourself will cause low breast milk production and you will also be deprived of energy.
2. Rushing to introduce the bottle
Even though most mothers would opt for a breastfeeding bottle to nurse their babies, it is important to reduce the times of using it since your baby might refuse to breastfeed once he/she gets used to the bottle due to the flow of the milk. You should consult with your doctor before settling for such a decision.
3. Not asking for help
At times breastfeeding can be stressful and complicated. It is important to remember that issues will always arise and therefore you should not shy away from asking for help. For short term help, you can talk to your friends or family members but if you do not get a satisfactory answer, it is important to consult a lactation expert or a gynaecologist.