Question
Hello doctor, my baby is 23 days old and I am confused about when to feed her milk, especially when my breasts are engorged and she is sleeping soundly. Should I wake her up to breastfeed, or express the milk into a bottle and let her drink when she wakes up? What should be the correct breastfeeding position?
Answer
During breastfeeding, the mother can choose to use a chair with a backrest. She can also prepare a small stool, stand on it on the feeding side, lift her legs, and gently lift the baby’s head to bring her closer to her breast. It is best not to lie down to breastfeed before the baby is 3 months old, as the baby’s neck strength is weak. If the mother falls asleep while breastfeeding, the blocked breast may obstruct the baby’s mouth and nose, posing a risk of suffocation for the child.