{"id":4089,"date":"2022-03-29T23:15:51","date_gmt":"2022-03-29T15:15:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/medela.sg\/?p=4089"},"modified":"2022-06-16T14:24:18","modified_gmt":"2022-06-16T06:24:18","slug":"breastfeeding-positions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/breastfeeding-positions\/","title":{"rendered":"11 different breastfeeding positions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"article-intro \">\n<div class=\"intro\">\n<h5>You may need to try a few breastfeeding positions before finding a favourite that works best for you and your baby. Check out our picture gallery for inspiration<\/h5>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4222 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/medela.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Ev1_4_Breastfeeding_positions_main-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s no right or wrong way to hold and feed your baby, and each mum and baby will find their own preferred position to feed in. What\u2019s important is that you both feel comfortable.<sup><a class=\"referenceanchor\" href=\"#reference\">1,2<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0Knowing a few different breastfeeding positions and techniques can be helpful because life often requires us to be versatile, especially as your baby gets bigger and you start to go out and about more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-image \">\n<p>Discover 11 different breastfeeding positions and find out what is best for you and your baby:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/breastfeeding-positions#reclined-position\">Laid-back breastfeeding or reclined position<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/breastfeeding-positions#cradle-hold\">Cradle hold<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/breastfeeding-positions#cross-cradle\">Cross-cradle hold<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/breastfeeding-positions#rugby-ball\">Rugby ball hold<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/breastfeeding-positions#side-lying\">Side-lying position<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/breastfeeding-positions#laid-back\">Laid-back breastfeeding after a c-section<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/breastfeeding-positions#upright\">Upright breastfeeding or koala hold<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/breastfeeding-positions#dangle-feeding\">Dangle feeding<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/breastfeeding-positions#sling\">Nursing in a sling<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/breastfeeding-positions#double-rugby\">Double rugby ball hold<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/breastfeeding-positions#dancer-hand\">Dancer hand nursing position<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Whichever breastfeeding position you choose, remember:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gather everything you need, such as a drink, snacks, your mobile, TV remote, book or magazine, before you start feeding. And don\u2019t forget to have a wee first \u2013 you may not be able to get up again for some time!<\/li>\n<li>Make sure your baby is comfy. Whatever position you\u2019re in, your baby should be stable and supported, while his head, neck and spine should not be twisted.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure you feel relaxed and comfy too. Use cushions, pillows or rolled towels to support your back or arms if you need to.<\/li>\n<li>Check your baby is\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/breastfeeding-latch\">latching on correctly<\/a>. A good latch is vital for comfortable breastfeeding.<\/li>\n<li>If your baby struggles to latch or breastfeeding makes you sore, seek\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/lactation-consultant\">support from a lactation consultant<\/a>\u00a0or breastfeeding specialist. They will also be able to show you how to support your baby to help you feed more comfortably.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-image \">\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">1: Laid-back breastfeeding or reclined position<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"reclined-position\">The laid-back breastfeeding position, also known as biological\u00a0nurturing,<sup><a class=\"referenceanchor\" href=\"#reference\">1<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0is often the first mums try. If your baby is placed on your chest or tummy as soon as he\u2019s born, all being well he\u2019ll instinctively work his way towards one of your breasts and attempt to latch on \u2013 this is known as the \u2018breast crawl\u2019. Skin-to-skin contact helps stimulate his feeding instincts, while gravity helps him to latch on well and keeps him in place.<\/p>\n<p>However, laid-back breastfeeding isn\u2019t just for newborns \u2013 it can work well with babies of any age. It may be especially useful if your baby struggles to latch in other holds, he doesn\u2019t like his head being touched as he feeds, if you have a forceful let down, or if your breasts are large, as mum-of-one Isabel, UK, discovered: \u201cThe combination of my big boobs and a small 2.7\u00a0kg (6\u00a0lb) baby made positioning tricky at first. It took me a few weeks to realise there was no position I \u2018should\u2019 be in. In the end I mainly breastfed lying down with my baby balanced on top of me.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll probably be comfier if you\u2019re reclining gently rather than lying flat on your back. Use cushions or pillows so you\u2019re supported and can see your baby.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4211 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/medela.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Ev1_4_Breastfeeding_positions_gallery_1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-image \">\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">2: Cradle hold<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"cradle-hold\">This is the classic position most of us picture when we think of breastfeeding. It involves you sitting upright, with your baby positioned on his side, his head and neck laying along your forearm and his body against your stomach, in a tummy-to-mummy\u00a0position.<sup><a class=\"referenceanchor\" href=\"#reference\">3<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0Although it\u2019s a very popular position, it\u2019s not always easy with a newborn because it doesn\u2019t give your baby as much support as some other holds. A pillow or cushion behind you and a breastfeeding pillow across your lap propping up your baby or your arms may give you more support, and avoid strain on your back or shoulders. If you use a breastfeeding pillow, make sure it doesn\u2019t lift your baby too high \u2013 your breasts should remain at their natural resting height to avoid sore nipples and a strained latch.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI used the cradle hold because it worked! It felt comfortable and I liked sitting there just looking at my baby,\u201d says Rachael, mum of two, Italy.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4212 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/medela.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Ev1_4_Breastfeeding_positions_gallery_2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-image \">\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">3: Cross-cradle hold<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"cross-cradle\">This looks similar to the cradle hold but your arms switch roles so your baby\u2019s body lies along your opposite\u00a0forearm.<sup><a class=\"referenceanchor\" href=\"#reference\">3<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0The aim is to support your baby around his neck and shoulders to allow him to tilt his head prior to latch. This is a great newborn breastfeeding position and is also good for small babies and those with latching difficulties. Because your baby is fully supported on your opposite arm, you have more control over his positioning, and you can use your free hand to shape your breast.<\/p>\n<p>Julie, mum of two, UK, likes the flexibility of this position: \u201cI normally do the cross-cradle with my newborn. It gives me a hand free to tend to my toddler at the same time.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In the early days, don\u2019t hold your baby around his head as you might push his chin on to his chest. This can result in a shallow latch (as your nipple hits the base of his tongue rather than his palate) and sore nipples for you. As your baby gets bigger this technique becomes much easier, and you can rest your baby\u2019s head in your hand (as shown in our gallery image above).<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4213 size-large alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/medela.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Ev1_4_Breastfeeding_positions_gallery_3-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-image \">\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">4: Rugby ball hold<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"rugby-ball\">In this position (also known as the underarm or clutch), you sit with your baby resting along your forearm. His body tucks alongside your side, with his feet towards the back of the chair, or whatever you\u2019re sitting\u00a0on.<sup><a class=\"referenceanchor\" href=\"#reference\">3<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0This is another helpful early nursing position because it supports your baby well, while giving you plenty of control and a good view of his face. Being tucked in closely alongside your body will help your baby feel safe too. Mums who\u2019ve had a c-section, twins, or a premature baby, along with those who have larger breasts, may also like this position.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWith my first daughter I had very large K-size breasts that were double the size of her head,\u201d remembers Amy, mum of two, Australia. \u201cI placed a rolled-up towel underneath each breast to help lift them up as they were so heavy, and fed her in a rugby ball hold, but more upright so she wasn\u2019t overwhelmed by their size. This position was also good as I had a c-section wound and couldn\u2019t rest her across my body.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4214 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/medela.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Ev1_4_Breastfeeding_positions_gallery_4-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-image \">\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">5: Side-lying position<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"side-lying\">Ideal for relaxed night feeds and breastfeeding in bed or on the sofa, side-lying can also be more comfortable than sitting if you\u2019ve had a caesarean or\u00a0stitches.<sup><a class=\"referenceanchor\" href=\"#reference\">3<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0You and your baby need to lie on your sides next to one another, belly-to-belly.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI struggled to sit up in bed during countless night feeds, partly due to having had a c-section, partly due to exhaustion,\u201d says Francesca, mum of one, UK. \u201cThen I discovered I could feed my baby lying on my side and relax at the same time.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMaisie couldn\u2019t attach any other way than the side-lying position due to her tongue-tie. A lactation consultant showed me how to do it. It seemed like she could handle the strength of my flow and hold on better in this position. When her mouth grew bigger she became much better at attaching in the regular way,\u201d says Sarah, mum of two, Australia.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4215 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/medela.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Ev1_4_Breastfeeding_positions_gallery_5-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-image \">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>6: Laid-back breastfeeding after a c-section<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"laid-back\">If you\u2019ve had a caesarean delivery and can\u2019t find a comfortable breastfeeding\u00a0position,<sup><a class=\"referenceanchor\" href=\"#reference\">3<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0this may help. Reclining with your baby\u2019s body across your shoulder will let you nurse comfortably without any weight or pressure on your wound, or you could also try side-lying.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4216 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/medela.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Ev1_4_Breastfeeding_positions_gallery_6-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-image \">\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">7: Upright breastfeeding or koala hold<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"upright\">In the upright or koala hold, your baby sits straddling your thigh, or on your hip, with his spine and head upright as he\u00a0feeds.<sup><a class=\"referenceanchor\" href=\"#reference\">4<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0You can do this hold with a newborn if you give your baby plenty of support, and it\u2019s also a convenient way to feed an older baby who can sit unaided. The upright or koala hold is often the most comfortable breastfeeding position for babies who suffer from reflux or ear infections (who often prefer to be upright), and it can also work well with babies who have a tongue-tie or low muscle tone.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhen my baby was older I often used the upright hold because it was comfortable for both of us and I could still feel her body close to mine,\u201d says Peggy, mum of one, Switzerland. \u201cIt was also discreet when we were feeding in public.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4217 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/medela.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Ev1_4_Breastfeeding_positions_gallery_7-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-image \">\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">8: Dangle feeding<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"dangle-feeding\">This breastfeeding position involves your baby lying on his back, while you crouch over him on all fours and dangle your nipple in his\u00a0mouth.<sup><a class=\"referenceanchor\" href=\"#reference\">4<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0Some mums say doing this for short periods helps if they have conditions like\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/problems-first-month\">mastitis<\/a>\u00a0and don\u2019t want their breasts to be squashed or touched; others claim that gravity helps unplug\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/medela.ph\/blog\/mums-journey\/problems-first-month\">blocked milk ducts<\/a>, although there\u2019s no scientific evidence to support this yet. You can also dangle feed while you\u2019re sitting, kneeling up over your baby on a bed or sofa, or almost lying down but propped up on your arms. You may need to use cushions and pillows to support yourself so you don\u2019t strain your back or shoulders.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI used the dangle feeding position a few times when I had blocked ducts and other methods of easing out the lumps in my breasts hadn\u2019t worked. It seemed to help \u2013 I think because gravity was in my favour, and because the angle and position of my baby were so different to our normal breastfeeds that she drained my breast differently,\u201d says Ellie, mum of two, UK.<\/p>\n<p>Dangle feeding is probably not a breastfeeding position you want to do regularly, but it might just help if you need to mix it up.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI used a dangle feeding position when my baby was struggling to latch,\u201d says Lorna, mum of two, UK. \u201cIt wasn\u2019t the most comfortable way to breastfeed, but at the time I\u2019d do absolutely anything to get him to latch. It worked \u2013 and we\u2019re still breastfeeding eight months on!\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4218 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/medela.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Ev1_4_Breastfeeding_positions_gallery_8-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-image \">\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">9: Nursing in a sling<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"sling\">It may take a little practice, but breastfeeding your baby in a sling can be convenient when you\u2019re out and about, looking after older children, or even doing light chores.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also handy if your baby dislikes being put down or feeds frequently, as Lindsay, mum of two, US, found: \u201cI used a front carrier often with both my babies. When we were out I tied a sarong around my neck and draped it over the carrier so it worked as a cover. They would nurse like this until they fell asleep.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>This method usually works best if your baby is an experienced breastfeeder and can hold his head up by himself.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>You can breastfeed in all sorts of slings, including stretchy wraps, ring slings and front carriers. Whichever you choose, make sure you can always see your baby\u2019s face and his chin is not pressed against his chest.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4219 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/medela.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Ev1_4_Breastfeeding_positions_gallery_9-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-image \">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>10: Double rugby ball hold<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"double-rugby\">The double rugby ball hold (also known as the double clutch) is a great\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/medela.sg\/blog\/mums-journey\/breastfeeding-twins\">breastfeeding position for twins<\/a>, as you can feed them in tandem while having your hands relatively\u00a0free.<sup><a class=\"referenceanchor\" href=\"#reference\">4<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0You\u2019ll probably need to use a specially designed twin breastfeeding pillow while feeding like this, especially in the early days. This gives extra support to get both babies into position, and also minimises pressure on your belly if you\u2019ve had a c-section. You may also find that with your hands freer, you can tend to one baby without disrupting the other\u2019s feed.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhen my twins were born they were tiny and needed feeding every two hours, day and night. I soon realised for me to achieve anything other than feeding, I needed to tandem feed,\u201d says Emma, mum of two, UK. \u201cI used the double rugby ball hold with a breastfeeding cushion.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Other breastfeeding positions you could try with twins include two cradles crossed across one another, one twin in a rugby ball hold and one in a cradle hold, and double laid-back or double upright breastfeeding positions.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4220 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/medela.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Ev1_4_Breastfeeding_positions_gallery_10-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-image \">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>11: Dancer hand nursing position<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>If your baby struggles to stay latched on or has low muscle tone \u2013 perhaps because he was born prematurely, has a condition such as Down\u2019s syndrome, or has an illness or disability \u2013 try this hold to support both his head and your\u00a0breast.<sup><a class=\"referenceanchor\" href=\"#reference\">4<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0Start by cupping your breast with your hand underneath, fingers on one side and thumb on the other. Then edge your hand forwards so your thumb and index finger form a \u2018U\u2019 shape just in front of the breast. Your three remaining fingers should continue to support the breast underneath. Rest your baby\u2019s jaw on your thumb and index finger as he feeds, with his chin at the bottom of the \u2018U\u2019, your thumb gently holding one of his cheeks and your index finger the other. This hold gives your baby plenty of support and you control over his position, as well as a great view of his latch.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4221 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/medela.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Ev1_4_Breastfeeding_positions_gallery_11-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"accordionTitle selected\"><a id=\"reference\" name=\"reference\"><\/a><strong>References<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\">\n<div class=\"text-image \">\n<ol>\n<li><em>Colson SD et al. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/?term=18243594\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-analytics-category=\"outbound link\" data-analytics-event=\"click_outbound_link\" data-analytics-item=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/?term=18243594\">Optimal positions for the release of primitive neonatal reflexes stimulating breastfeeding.<\/a>\u00a0Early Hum Dev. 2008;84(7):441-449.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>UNICEF UK BFHI [Internet]. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unicef.org.uk\/babyfriendly\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2010\/11\/otbs_leaflet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-analytics-category=\"engagement\" data-analytics-event=\"download_pdf\" data-analytics-item=\"\">Off to the best start<\/a>; 2015 [cited 2018 Feb].<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Cadwell K. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/17984002\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-analytics-category=\"outbound link\" data-analytics-event=\"click_outbound_link\" data-analytics-item=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/17984002\">Latching\u2010On and Suckling of the Healthy Term Neonate: Breastfeeding Assessment. 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