Is it possible to breastfeed in the baby carrier? Yes, absolutely, not only is it possible, it's super practical! Partly because the baby gets free access to food (which can stimulate milk flow if you want to increase it) and partly because you get things done while your little one gets to be close to you.
Here are some tips for those who want to breastfeed in baby carrier. To begin with, have confidence (or pretend to have it until it works) and patience. Assume that it will take a few tries until everything is in place. One tip is to practice at home when your child is not hungry so you can avoid a stress attack when it's time for the real thing.
Do like this:
- Loosen the shoulder strap on the side you are going to breastfeed on
- Loosen the neck strap if needed
- Loosen the waist belt if the baby needs to come down further to reach the breast
- Choose a soft top with a low-cut neckline so that you can easily access your breast instead of struggling with a shirt.
- Help the baby latch onto the breast by letting your hand go in from the side or top edge of the front panel of the carrier
- If you have large breasts, a rolled-up towel can be placed under the breasts for support
- If the baby has difficulty latching onto the breast, it may help to lean forward a bit
- Once the baby has latched onto the breast, tighten the shoulder strap so the baby gets soft support for the head and you have your hands free
- Remember the hood if you want nursing cover. Leave one side open so you can see the baby.
- When the child has finished eating, make sure that the child's head is back at kiss level and tighten the baby carrier.
That was all, best of luck!
