Core Guides and Practical Techniques

The information provided on these pages is intended for patients already under the care of the Infant Feeding Team.

 

Baby Friendly Initiative: Guide to Breastfeeding

This information sheet will guide you through the basics of breastfeeding, including getting started and how to know your baby is getting enough milk. 

 

Breastfeeding a baby with Downs Syndrome

Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal abnormality in babies. Some babies with Down Syndrome may have poor muscle tone, so may find it hard to maintain attachment to the breast during a feed.

 

Breastfeeding and infant feeding support (Nottinghamshire Healthcare)

Here is some useful information to help you make those choices and ensure you receive support through this period.

 

Breastfeeding challenges (NHS - Start for Life)

Generally, the more your baby feeds, the more breast milk you'll produce. However, if you're worried that your baby is not getting enough milk, talk to your midwife, health visitor or a breastfeeding specialist as soon as possible. With their help and advice, you'll be able to identify any issues and work out the best way to resolve it.

 

How to increase your milk supply (La Leche League GB)

New mothers who are learning to breastfeed often worry that they might not be making enough milk for their baby. 

 

Introducing Water (Nottinghamshire Healthcare)

This leaflet offers guidance and tips for safely introducing water into your baby's diet.

 

More Milk for Babies (Nottinghamshire Healthcare)

This leaflet has a range of tips and guidance to help increase your milk supply.

 

Natural Breastfeeding positions - Laid-Back Breastfeeding

Bryannah and her 3-week-old baby boy Breon show Nancy how they use Natural Breastfeeding positions, which can make early breastfeeding easier.

 

Start for Life: Guide to breastfeeding

Breastfeeding is a skill that takes time to get the hang of. Lots of mums wonder if their baby's feeding well and getting enough - especially in the first few days. But once you've mastered it, you'll probably find it's the easiest and most satisfying way to feed your baby.

 

Vitamin D and Breastfeeding (The Breastfeeding Network)

This information from The Breastfeeding Network relates to Vitamin D and Breastfeeding.

 

What effective breastfeeding looks like

Breastfeeding provides the healthiest start for babies and mothers, however it can take some practice get it right.  This clip shows an animation of what effective positioning and attachment looks like, helping you to start or continue breastfeeding.