Breastfeeding Tips and Hacks

1 Use a bracelet to remember which breast to nurse from next

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If you keep forgetting which breast you last nursed from, wear an easy-to-remove bracelet on one arm and switch it back and forth after feedings. Or, you can take a photo on your phone to remind you.

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2 Boost your milk supply with delicious lactation recipes

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If your flow needs a little boost, try a recipe that includes brewer’s yeast or milled flaxseed to get things going.

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3 Make breastmilk popsicles for teething babies

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That way, they’re eating and soothing their gums at the same time, rather than taking out teething pain on your breasts. Pour breastmilk into a bottle cover and stick a pacifier in the top to freeze the milk to it.

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4 Breastfeed on the go using a sling

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To keep things comfortable and a bit more hands-free, take a sling along with you when you’re out and about.

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5 Use a nursing pillow

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To ensure that it doesn’t feel like your baby is tugging relentlessly at your nipple, make sure her mouth is level with it while she eats with the help of a nursing pillow.

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6 Figure out how many additional calories you should be consuming to keep milk flowing

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Consult your physician if you have any serious concerns or questions, but you can also use a “calorie needs” calculator as a rough guide.

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7 Eat pineapple (or drink the juice).

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Not only is pineapple a delicious, healthy snack, but pineapple juice is also a natural anti-inflammatory, which can help to relieve blocked ducts or engorgement. The juice comes in cans that you can throw in your bag when you’re on the move.

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8 Wear an infinity scarf

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If you’re uncomfortable breastfeeding completely out in the open, an infinity scarf serves as a trendy fashion piece disguised as a quick nursing cover. The less you have to shove into your baby bag, the better!

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9 Avoid tight bras

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Although it may feel like you need a bit of extra support in these days, a bra that is too tight — especially a sports bra — puts pressure on certain parts of the breast and could cause the milk to get backed up.

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10 Wear a tank top under everything

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If you need to pull your shirt up for nursing, having a tank top underneath will leave less of you exposed.

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