Apr 27 2009
Some newborns will latch on immediately; some might just want to play with your nipple (not hockey or catch, just a little get-to-know-you session). Either is okay because at least they’re getting familiar with their new home.
If you feel cramping or pain in your uterus the first few times you breastfeed, don’t worry, you’re not going into labor again. Breastfeeding stimulates uterine contractions, which is a good thing. After you give birth, your uterus is big enough to carry a bag of groceries in. You want it to shrink back to its old size (or close at least), and breastfeeding speeds up tlit4 process.