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The woman needs to take care of many things during pregnancy and even after delivery. During this time, his family members and Podi keep telling him some things. Apart from this, many information is also available on social media nowadays. Many things are told about what should be done to the mother who should do such a hebreastfeeding. Due to which the newborn’s mother easily believes. But if someone tells you, which is not necessarily correct.
You should need to try to know the fact of everything. Because many myths related to breastfeeding are heard. For example, pain during breast feeding is normal. Newborn children and mother should be kept separate so that the mother can get rest. You must have heard many such things too. Some of these are also myths. There are many other such things which are myths, but people easily trust them. Let’s know about some myths related to breastfeeding and their facts
Myth- Milk is not becoming enough
Dr Neha Sharma, Consulted Counselor at Max Smart Super Specialty Hospital in Delhi Told that there is a production of adequate milk in almost all the mother’s body. Colostrum (thick yellow milk) will be limited in the initial days but is rich in antibodies and nutrition. As the child feeds the child, the milk will grow. This is a myth. Experts say that almost all the mother produces the right amount of milk for their child. If milk is not produced properly or there is any problem, consult your doctor.
Myth- Milk production depends on the size of the breast
Many believe that milk production depends on the size of the mother’s breast. but it’s not like that. The size of the breast is not associated with the ability to make milk. If milk is being reduced, then it may be due to milk gland.
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Myth- If the child drinks more milk, it reduces production
Expert told that this is a myth. The stomach of newborns is small and they need to be feeding every 1.5 to 2 hours. As much milk is the father, as much milk is the production of milk in the breast. Cluster feeding is a sign of a boom in growth.
Myth- If the mother is ill, breastfeeding should not be done
Breastfeeding is required in winter or low-grade temperature and it is continued. Antibodies present in mother’s milk can also protect the child. If the mother has a serious problem or is taking any kind of medicines, then in such a situation a doctor should be consulted. According to UNICEF, in many cases, antibodies made by your body to treat your illness or disease reach your baby.
Myth- Milk should not be fed after C-section
Where does it go that women who have delivered from C-section should not get breastfeeding. but it’s not like that. In this, feeding can be done after C-section. After a few hours of surgery, the mother can start feeding her newborn with some support.