BABY BREASTFEEDING PERIOD
During breastfeeding, the mother should pay attention to her nutrition.
WHAT MOTHERS NEED TO DO DURING BREASTFEEDING
• Mothers should drink at least 2 liters of fluid per day.
• Mothers should eat natural foods
• Mothers should be careful not to use drugs during this period.
• Mothers should not use cigarettes or alcohol during this period.
• Mothers should consume foods containing protein.
• During this period, mothers should not consume gas-producing foods.
• Mothers should breastfeed the baby at the same rate on both breasts.
WRONG MOTHER MADE DURING BREASTFEEDING
• Not breastfeeding the baby because the mother is hurting
• Spraying perfume on the mother's décolleté, chest area
• The mother does not breastfeed the baby because she is afraid of gaining weight.
• Mother giving formula to baby
• The mother's heavy work during this period
• The mother's desire to lose weight immediately during this period
Breastfeeding is actually the most important process that connects mother and baby and strengthens the bond between them.
Breast milk is very important in the first 6 months. Babies can be fed with breast milk until 1-2 years old. In the first 6 months, breast milk meets all the needs of the baby, but after 6 months it is a little insufficient, so after 6 months, the baby can start to consume additional food.
Children who take more breast milk get sick less and their psychology is better.
Mothers should stay away from stress and distress during breastfeeding because these conditions affect breast milk and may cause cessation of milk.
During the periods when mothers want to cut off milk, some babies may think that the mother no longer loves the baby.
HOW SHOULD MOTHER BREAST CARE DURING BREASTFEEDING?
• You should not constantly wipe your nipple
• You should not leave your nipple moist
• You should use a cream for your breast with the recommendation of a doctor.
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO TO TREAT BREAST WOUNDS DUE TO BREASTFEEDING
• You should breastfeed the baby with the right technique.
• After breastfeeding, you should slowly separate the baby from the breast.
• You should breastfeed the baby without getting too hungry.
• You should breastfeed starting from the less sore breast.
• You should keep your chest dry
• You should not wear tight clothes
• If you have a lot of pain, you should go to the doctor.
Babies should be breastfed every 2.5-3 hours. In premature babies, this period should be 2 hours.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BREAST MILK?
• Helps baby's intelligence development
• Strengthens the bond between mother and baby
• Babies who drink breast milk sleep better
• Babies who drink breast milk cry less
• Breast milk reduces the risk of sudden infant death.
• Breast milk calms the baby
• Breast milk protects the baby from diseases
• Breast milk is good for anemia in the baby
• Breast milk gives the baby the necessary vitamins and nutrients.
• Breast milk is easy to digest
• Breast milk is clean
• Breast milk is very suitable for the baby's body health.
Breastfeeding is very beneficial for mothers. It reduces postpartum bleeding and reduces the risk of breast cancer.
THINGS TO BE CONSUMED TO INCREASE BREAST MILK
• Plenty of water
• Black sesame
• Cumin
• Barley
• Basil
• Green vegetables
• Garlic
• Oat
DISEASES SEEN IN BABIES IN A DEFICIENCY OF BREAST MILK
• otitis media
• Chronic diseases
• Obesity
• Mental illnesses
• Coronary heart diseases
• Constipation
• Eczema
• Diabetes
WHAT IS IN BREAST MILK?
• Antibody (protects against disease
• Lysozyme (increases antibody activity)
• Lactoferrin (prevents infections)
• Mucin (protects from germs)
• Red blood cells (fights bacteria)
The mother's meeting the needs of the baby, feeding him, making him feel valued, showing love during the breastfeeding period creates a sense of understanding that he is cared for and loved. From these situations, babies begin to understand the feeling of love and trust better in the future.
WHAT ARE THE CORRECT BABY BREASTFEEDING POSITIONS?
• Side-lying breastfeeding
• Breastfeeding with cradle hold on the lap
• Koala grip
• Breastfeeding with a cross cradle hold on the lap
In addition, the mother should wash her hands before breastfeeding. Then she should sit in a comfortable place where she can lean on her back. He should turn the baby's face towards himself and support his arms by holding them from below. Looking into your baby's eyes while breastfeeding will create a very nice bond between you.