When the baby is directed to the breast soon after delivery, the milk comes in earlier, and the bond between mother and baby is stronger. It also helps with the delivery of the placenta; the mother loses less blood and the uterus returns to its normal size more quickly. Therefore, breastfeeding is good for the baby and for the mother.
Breastfeeding is an act that needs to be learned by both mother and baby. That is why it is important for the mother to know that she may need the help of health professionals to breastfeed. All support to promote breastfeeding is blessed!
The mother should only breastfeed her baby. She should never give her baby to another mother to breastfeed. Some diseases can be transmitted to babies through breast milk.
In the first few days, the baby sucks colostrum, which is thicker, yellowish-transparent milk rich in proteins, vitamins, and minerals and contains defenses (antibodies) against certain diseases. In addition to being a source of health, colostrum helps in the elimination of the baby's first stools. These stools are called meconium and are dark and sticky, like asphalt.
In the first and second days after delivery, it is possible for the colostrum to come down, but this varies from woman to woman. It is important to tell the mother to be patient and continue to breastfeed the baby so that they can stimulate the milk to come out.
It is normal for a baby to lose a little weight shortly after birth. This is because they are born swollen and lose water. Then, breastfeeding makes their weight increase.
Some women, between the second and fifth days after giving birth, feel their breasts heavier, a little sore, and slightly warm. This is normal. The important thing is for the mother to continue breastfeeding, with the baby latching on well. So, the discomfort passes, and breastfeeding continues well.
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