Breastfeeding Basics

Positioning, Attachment, Hold

Dr. Fay S. de Ocampo

Support Continued and

Exclusive Breastfeeding
Counsel on positioning
Newborns neck is
not flexed or twisted
Newborn is facing
the breast
Newborn is close to
mothers body
Newborns whole
body is supported

Support Continued and

Exclusive Breastfeeding
Counsel on
attachment and
suckling
Mouth wide open
Lower lip turned
outwards
Babys chin touching
breast
Suckling is slow,
deep with some
pauses

Proper Breastfeeding Hold

Look for a quiet place
Find a most relaxed position for
mother
Provide adequate back support
Support feet
Do not hunch shoulders
Do not scissor the breast

Cradle Hold

Cross Cradle Hold

Underarm Hold
Football hold
Baby is held like a
clutch bag
Nose further away
from the breast
Babys trunk is
secure beside
mothers trunk

Breastfeeding after Cesarean Delivery

Side-Lying Position

Side-Lying Position