Everyone knows that breastfeeding is the best way to feed your baby. However a lot of mothers of twins don't think it's possible. But breastfeeding multiples is not only possible, it is practical. For one thing, it will save you a lot of money on baby formula. Here are some breastfeeding tips for moms of multiples.
The first suggestion is to get a breast pump and use it. Using a breast pump not only increases your milk supply, something that can be a concern to mothers of twins, but it also allows you to stockpile an emergency supply. Hospitals and medical supply stores generally have pumps that you can rent. You want to have a double breast pump, which cuts down the time you spend pumping.
Feed the Twins Sequentially. Breastfeeding one baby after the other will allow the mother to focus on her latch. She can spend quality time alone with each baby as she ensures that each of them gets a quality feeding. Ideally, she would start with the one who fed first on the last round at the next feeding. When that baby has finished eating, she can then feed the other twin.
Talking to experienced family members, friends with multiple births, a lactation specialist and the doctor/doctors who delivered the twins can go a long way in putting her mind at ease regarding breastfeeding twins.
Their mother has to ensure herself of good nutrition so that her task becomes easier. Excessive worry may result in an improper diet for their mother. Since she is breastfeeding twins, she should have good milk flows; otherwise, both babies will not get proper nourishment.
Don't do anything other than nurse. Have someone else bring you the babies and take the babies away when you are done. Have someone else change and dress the babies. Have someone else clean the house and prepare the food and do the dishes. Your only job should be nursing; don't underestimate how tired it will leave you at first.
How does your baby nurse? Does your child nurse from both breasts in one sitting, or do they generally feed on one side at a time? A lightweight, comfortable option should be chosen in either case, but it is extremely important if your baby has extended feeding sessions since the baby may become overheated and uncomfortable if the nursing wrap is not breathable and soft.
Bottle Feeding Twins allows someone else to help with the feeding. However, it can be tricky when you have a double feed and no help available. It is best to feed your twins at the same time if possible to keep them in a much needed routine and to save time.
Breast milk made by a mother who gives birth prematurely is higher in protein, chloride, iron and fatty acids than milk made by mothers of full-term babies. Put simply, the milk made by the mother of a preemie is custom tailored to fit the baby's immediate needs. So now that you know the benefits of nursing your preemie, how do you get started? The following three steps can help the mother of a premature baby fulfill her goal to breastfeed.
Whatever kind you decide to purchase, always remember that a breastfeeding cover is for your convenience and comfort - you should really think about 'why' you want a nursing screen - for your own comfort or the comfort of others. It is not right for others to expect you to wear one - so really think about purchasing one if that pressure is making you purchase one. If, however, you are buying one for your own peace of mind and easier breastfeeding, you should go ahead and explore all the options available.