Question

In order to properly care for our adorable baby, I would like to inquire about the important breastfeeding tips for underweight infants?

Answer

For underweight infants, the following breastfeeding tips should be considered:

  1. Prefer breastfeeding: To help low-weight infants quickly catch up with normal development, mothers should breastfeed as much as possible and do everything they can to increase the amount of feeding. If breast milk is not sufficient, consider using formula milk.
  2. Address breastfeeding issues: If the mother’s nipples are inverted and the baby has difficulty suckling, a breast pump can be used to express milk, which can then be fed to the baby using a small dropper with patience. Choose a soft nipple for ease of baby’s suckling. After feeding, elevate the baby’s upper body with a small pillow and adopt a right-side position to prevent milk from spilling over and causing suffocation.