Breastfeeding tips after breast augmentation

Breastfeeding successfully after breast augmentation depends on the type of surgery you have. These tips from Dr Penny Stanway’s book, Breast is Best, can help.

1. The longer you wait between surgery and pregnancy, the more successful breastfeeding is likely to be.
2. The only way you’ll know whether or not you can successfully breastfeed your baby is to try!
3. Even if you can only manage a little bit of breast milk for your baby each day, it’s worth it for both of you, and you can supplement her feeds with donor milk or formula.
4. If you’re planning to have breast surgery and want to breastfeed again with a second or third child, be sure to inform your doctor of this so that he can leave as many milk ducts intact as possible.

General Breastfeeding Tips:

1. Breastfeed your baby as soon as possible after birth.
2. Express a drop or two of milk so that she can smell where to latch.
3. It’s crucial that your baby latches correctly, and it shouldn’t be painful. Getting advice from a lactation consultant in the beginning may be useful.
4. Be confident when breastfeeding your baby – this way your little one will be less fussy and anxious.



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