Choosing to breastfeed your babies has many benefits:
It helps your uterus return to its original size faster.
It releases hormones that relax you.
It saves money and time. Your milk is available whenever your babies are ready to feed, at the right temperature.
It ensures your babies get the best nutrition.
It creates a unique bond between you and each of your babies.
Breast milk is beneficial for all babies, but it is especially beneficial to multiples, who are often small at birth and need all the advantages breast milk can provide. Mothers of multiples typically produce enough milk for all their babies.
When should I start breastfeeding?
Nurse as soon as possible and as often as your babies want to be nursed. This will cause your body to produce enough milk for all your babies. Work with a lactation consultant. …show more content…
To make sure that your body makes enough milk, empty your breast at least 8–10 times in a 24-hour period. Ask a lactation specialist to help you choose an effective breast pump and for guidance in helping your babies latch on to and feed from the breast when they are ready.
Should I nurse my babies together?
It is up to you whether you nurse your babies together or separately. However, many mothers of multiples find that it is easier to nurse two babies at the same time. Nursing babies together may also increase milk-producing hormone (prolactin) levels.
Nursing two babies at the same time can be tricky at first, but it often gets easier as the babies get older and more experienced at latching on to the breast. When nursing your babies together:
Ask your nurse or lactation specialist to suggest tips on positioning. There are several positions and holds that make it easier to nurse more than one baby at a time.
Try placing pillows under your arms and legs and under your babies for