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Breast and Nipple Size and Shape

31Jan

Breast and Nipple Size and Shape

Ty Broadway
Learn Overcome Breastfeeding 101 Common Questions and Challenges
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You can breastfeed no matter what the size and shape of your breast and nipple.

Cluster feeding and growth spurt

31Jan

Cluster Feeding and Growth Spurts

Ty Broadway
Overcome Breastfeeding 101 Common Questions and Challenges
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Learn about cluster feeding and what to expect during baby’s growth spurts.

Counselor speaking with a mother

31Jan

Get Support from WIC

Ty Broadway
Learn Start Overcome Breastfeeding 101 Common Questions and Challenges Going Back to Work Expressing and Pumping Milk
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Whether you’re just starting out or having challenges, WIC is there for you at every step.

Image of a baby breastfeeding

31Jan

Steps and Signs of a Good Latch

Ty Broadway
Start Overcome Breastfeeding 101 Common Questions and Challenges
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These tips help you get a good latch—and know if you have one.

Side lying position

31Jan

Side-Lying Position

ryates
Start Breastfeeding 101
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Use the side-lying position to breastfeed your baby.

Laid back or straddle position

31Jan

Laid-Back or Straddle-Hold

Ty Broadway
Start Breastfeeding 101
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Use the laid-back hold to breastfeed your baby.

Cradle hold

31Jan

Cradle Hold

Ty Broadway
Start Breastfeeding 101
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Use the cradle hold to breastfeed your baby.

Cross-cradel or transitional position

31Jan

Cross-Cradle or Transitional Hold

Ty Broadway
Start Breastfeeding 101
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Use the cross-cradle hold to breastfeed your baby.

Clutch or football hold

31Jan

Clutch or "Football" Hold

ryates
Start Breastfeeding 101
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Use the clutch hold to breastfeed your baby.

5 Breastfeeding Holds to Try

06Jan

5 Breastfeeding Holds to Try

apamula
Breastfeeding 101 Start Common Questions and Challenges
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Try these ways to hold your baby, and figure out what works best for you.