If you are about to have a baby, then you might be wondering if you should add a nursing pillow (also known as feeding pillow) to your shopping list. Your list consists of only “necessary” items, such as clothes for the baby, nursing bras for yourself and the likes. Is nursing pillow a necessity? You know your parents did not use it. And you have seen everyone you know using the regular pillows to prop up the baby while feeding. Then, may be feeding pillows are just a fancy luxury? Read this article before you strike this item off your shopping list.
Feeding pillows often known as nursing pillows, come in variety of style and shape. They go around your waist in order to give support to your back, neck, spine and arms while nursing or feeding. They help to support the baby in proper position while feeding. These pillows are not just meant for breastfeeding moms. Even moms who bottle feed their babies can use them.
Feeding pillows can be a big help if you are recovering from a C- section. They are easily available in the market.
If you are a first-time mother, this might be news to you. If this is not your first child, you already know the drill. Breastfeeding your child is no walk in the park. It can be long (most lactation consultants say babies feed in 5 to 15 minutes, but in reality, some take up to 30 minutes per feeding) and it can be frequent (they have to be fed every 2 or 3 hours!). So do not be surprised if you feel that all you do during a typical day (and night) is feeding your child. Now ask yourself, is investing in a pillow that can help you during this long and frequent breastfeeding spell a good investment? We say yes!
Congratulations, you have decided to invest in a feeding pillow! This decision will definitely make your life a little easier and feeding time more relaxed. Now that you have the feeding pillow, here is how you should be using it to make the most of it:
In case you are bottle feeding the baby, your partner or any family member can also use this pillow to comfortably feed the baby
5 key benefits of using a feeding pillow are:
Some of the problems with respect to using feeding pillows are:
Keep the following tips in mind as you start looking for a feeding pillow.
Have you ever used a feeding pillow? Do let us know your experience.
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