How to Breastfeed {Naturally}
The 10 Baby Steps to Effective, Joyful Breastfeeding

Get Ready... 
Prepare well.

First Step: Seek to understand normal pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding.
Second Step: Learn about attachment parenting and prepare to develop a close bond with your baby.

Get Set...
Birth well.

Third Step: Give birth naturally.
Fourth Step: Encourage baby's natural instinct to nurse.
Fifth Step: Breastfeed your baby well right from the start, with the support of a trained breastfeeding specialist.

Go!
Breastfeed well.

Sixth Step: Keep mother and baby together.
Seventh Step: Feed and soothe baby at the breast.
Eighth Step: Relax and allow yourself to be treated with tender loving care.
Ninth Step: Sleep in close proximity to your baby.
Tenth Step: Wean gradually and positively.

Congratulations!

Celebrate your accomplishments!
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Copyright January 2017 Christelle J. K. Hagen, BfNC, HCHD.  The Breastfeed {Naturally} website is for information purposes only.  While it is our goal to provide accurate evidence-based information, you should seek advice from a qualified health care provider concerning your unique health situation.  Breastfeed {Naturally} cannot guarantee that following the steps in this, or any other breastfeeding counseling program, will always result in every mother reaching her  breastfeeding goals.  However, we are committed to provide you with the best information and the solid support you need to continue toward your breastfeeding goals.