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Sit down as comfortably and relaxed as possible.
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Consciously let your shoulders drop down.
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Relax your jaw muscles and release the tension in your face.
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Take a deep breath in through your nose and exhale calmly through your mouth.
Why this feels so good
Stress tightens the body. When you consciously exhale and loosen your muscles, your body receives the signal: 'We are safe.' This releases oxytocin, the bonding and breastfeeding hormone, allowing your milk to flow gently. And best of all: your relaxation transfers directly to your baby.
Wenn dein Baby unruhig ist oder leicht abgelenkt wird
Tipps zum schmerzfreien Anlegen
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Don't forget to drink water
Breastfeeding releases oxytocin, which instantly triggers strong thirst. Take a big sip of water from your bottle right now. Your body is doing amazing work!
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Have a small snack
Breastfeeding burns around 500 kcal every day. Grab a nutritious snack from your bag.
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Take a one-minute mental break
Close your eyes for one minute. No shopping stress, no to-do list in your head. Just breathe deeply and be present with yourself for a moment.
Did you know?
If you need a break more often, wellcome also provides support from a volunteer who visits your home during your baby's first year of life.
How long should I breastfeed my baby?
According to current scientific guidelines, it is recommended to breastfeed exclusively for the first 6 months and to continue breastfeeding after introducing solid foods. But the most important thing is: it is entirely your personal decision. You continue breastfeeding for as long as you and your baby want to – whether for a few weeks, several months, or beyond the first year of life. Every drop of breast milk is good for your baby, and you determine your path without any pressure.
Solids complement, not replace, breastfeeding
Don’t feel pressured to replace breastfeeding sessions according to a rigid schedule. Throughout the first year, breast milk remains the most important source of nutrients. Complementary feeding is meant to complement breastfeeding, not replace it straight away.
The 3 key signs your baby is ready for solids:
Your baby can sit upright with minimal support, for example on your lap..
The tongue-thrust reflex has disappeared, so food is no longer automatically pushed out with the tongue.
Your baby has hand-eye-mouth coordination: they reach for food and deliberately bring it to their mouth.
Did you know?
At wellcome, you’ll find lots more helpful information about healthy baby food.
Many myths revolve around breastfeeding. Click through the five myths and find out what is actually true!
How do I know that my baby is getting enough milk?
Is breast milk sufficient on hot days on-the-go?
Can I combine breastfeeding and bottle feeding?
What to do if my baby bites while breastfeeding?
Mein Baby wird nachts alle 45 Minuten wach. Kommt das vom Stillen?
Did you know?
At wellcome, you’ll find lots more useful information about baby sleep.
Every breastfeeding situation is unique. If you have confidential questions or feel uncertain, the wellcome expert team is here for you digitally and free of charge.
