B.reastfeeding support
母乳喂养对母亲和孩子都很重要的原因有两个原因。一个是营养方面，而另一个是心理方面。虽然营养方面无疑是非常重要的，但在孩子和母亲之间发展的心理结合是无与伦比的，没有任何替代方案。Click here for important resources from the Capitol Area Breastfeeding Coalition。
W.e’re committed to helping you get off to a good start with breastfeeding. All of our nurses have extensive training in breastfeeding support. If you have problems nursing your baby and need more specialized help, board-certified lactation consultants are available during your stay at Sparrow.
一种nd our commitment doesn’t end there. Sparrow’s comprehensive newborn care services include ongoing support for breastfeeding moms through the Sparrow Breastfeeding Clinic. Whether you’re just home from the hospital or several months have passed, our specially trained team can help you with common problems such as insufficient milk supply, improper latching, painful feedings, mastitis, feeding multiples, pre-term infants, and more. Our goal is to ensure that you and your baby have a positive breastfeeding experience and the support you need to continue breastfeeding for as long as you wish.
每次一小时的访问包括30分钟的医生，30分钟，与国际董事会认证的哺乳顾问30分钟。约会是由医生推荐，所以如果您有疑虑，请与您的医生交谈，并让他们通过CareMatch进行推荐1.855.717.kids.（5437）或517.364.5860。
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Breastfeeding
W.hat could I do prenatally to prepare for breastfeeding?
一种ttend a breastfeeding class to learn about the benefits of breastfeeding for yourself and your baby. There are excellent books available to have as a resource as well. Ask your OB physician to examine your breasts and nipples. If you have inverted nipples the physician may recommend the use of breast shells toward the end of your pregnancy.
在婴儿出生之前，我应该做一些事情，我的乳头是我的乳头吗？
在怀孕期间，您的乳房无需特别护理，除了佩戴支持胸罩。最好不要在乳头上使用肥皂，因为它可以使它们太干燥。没有任何证据证明用粗糙的毛巾或其他方法摩擦你的乳头，你的乳头有助于在你开始母乳喂养后防止疼痛。
在交付后，我应该多久尝试母乳喂养？
一世t is best to put your baby to breast right after the birth. The suck reflex is very strong and most babies are in an alert state for about 2 hours only and then go into a deep sleep. If your baby breastfeeds during this alert time it helps to imprint the breastfeeding so when the baby wakes up from the sleep phase he/she will remember how to latch on and breastfeed.
什么时候我的牛奶会“进来”？
大约半途而废，你的身体将开始产生初乳，“第一牛奶”。婴儿和胎盘的交付给你的身体发出信号，开始下一阶段并增加牛奶的体积并逐渐将其变成成熟的母乳。对于婴儿出生后的第3或第4天的许多女性，当你体验乳房丰满或牛奶进来时“。
我听说当牛奶进来时，这是非常痛苦的。我能做什么来减少不适？
这是一个术语是合作的。乳房填充牛奶，乳房组织中有一些肿胀。通常，Engormement只持续24-48小时，然后乳房之间的喂料柔软。
以下是关于合作和技巧的一些提醒，以帮助缓解痛苦：
最重要的是，经常喂宝宝。这将减少乳房过度令人不安的可能性。饲料之间的任何长差距，因为你的牛奶进来，可能导致痛苦的合作。
你的乳房会在一天左右又软化。
T.aking Motrin or Advil (with food) and applying ice (a bag of frozen peas works) for 20 minutes after feeds will help if your breasts are very uncomfortable.
一世f latching becomes more difficult due to the firmness of your areolas – try Reverse Pressure Softening (RPS). Place thumb and finger opposite each other just inside the margin of the areola and press in, as if to touch your ribs, and hold for a minute or two. This will soften your areola making latch easier for your baby.
一世f your breasts are too firm to do RPS then hand express or pump a little milk off and then try RPS again before attempting to latch.
How often should my baby breastfeed?
大多数婴儿将在24小时内母乳喂养8至12次。如果你看着宝宝，他会给你发信号，让你知道这是时候了。婴儿将使口感的动作像舔他的嘴唇或把手带到他的嘴里，这些都被称为喂养线索。母乳喂养蓬勃发展，当它是“婴儿led”时，这意味着婴儿在他饿了，当他结束时告诉你。在白天期间，至少每2到3个小时给予乳房是有帮助的。在出生后的前几天，您可能需要在白天轻轻叫醒他。甚至每小时都有一些喂养，甚至每小时都会发生一些喂食。这些被称为集群喂养，经常发生在晚上。
一世s there a way to be certain that my baby is getting enough breastmilk from me?
一世t is very reassuring to "see" that your baby is getting enough. Using a feeding diary in the first few days will help. Record each time your baby breastfeeds and the wet and dirty diapers. By the fourth day of life and beyond, when the breastmilk supply has increased, your baby should be breastfeeding between 8-12 times in 24 hours, have 6-10 very wet diapers, and at least 2 dirty diapers. The stool should change to mustard yellow, seedy and loose consistency.
我想给宝宝最好的开始。我应该打算母乳喂养多长时间？
T.he American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life. This means the baby will get only breastmilk. If the baby is ready, solid foods will begin at 6 months, while breastmilk continues to be the main source of nutrition through at least the first year or longer as you desire.
一世will be returning to work in a few weeks. What should I look for when selecting a breastpump to use at work?
最好的选择是使用breastpump允许you to pump both breasts at the same time. It needs to have auto cycle action and an effective amount of negative pressure. This is difficult to determine by simply looking at the package information! Many women will choose to rent an electric pump from a rental station. These are very effective pumps and support the breastmilk supply well. Other women will purchase a pump. If you desire to purchase a pump it is helpful to discuss your specific work situation with a lactation consultant to help you determine which pump would be best for you.
一世f I need help with breastfeeding, where can I get help? Is there a credential I should look for to be certain the lactation specialist is qualified?
“祝贺你宝贝”包你received during your pregnancy or after delivery, there is a list of breastfeeding resources也可以在这里访问。T.his list has information to guide you to the help you need. Breastpump rental stations and lactation consultants are listed there. When selecting a lactation consultant, look for the credential IBCLC. This indicates that the LC is certified by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners and has successfully passed the board. You can rest assured that the practice will be research based and current.
