Breastfeeding is good for your baby. Here are breastfeeding positions you can try.

Hold your baby behind their back and shoulders, but leave their head free to move. Make sure you stay awake while feeding.

Choose a position that’s comfortable for you.

Let your baby move towards your nipple. You can help by getting your baby’s mouth close to your nipple. Make sure your baby’s nose is clear of your breast.

Your baby might need to burp after feeding. Sit your baby up, and gently rub their back.

Massage sore breasts gently using a clean, warm and wet cloth. For sore nipples, squeeze breastmilk on them and dry them in the air. If the soreness doesn’t go away, see your local health centre.

Using both breasts helps to make sure your breasts don’t get swollen or full. It also helps your baby get enough milk. If your baby feeds from only one breast, swap breasts at the next feed.