Sharing the Load
Night feeds are still essential for milk production and your baby’s growth, but they can be exhausting. Involving your partner, even indirectly, can make a big difference. Partners can help by burping, soothing, or bringing the baby to you for feeds.
Your breasts are likely fully adjusted to your baby’s patterns, with nighttime feeding still playing a key role in maintaining supply. Milk remains uniquely suited to meet your baby’s changing needs, even in the middle of the night.
Tips for You This Week
- Try a side-lying position to make nighttime feeds more restful.
- Encourage your partner to take on diaper changes or soothing duties.
- Recognize that teamwork not only eases your load but strengthens your bond as a family.
Fun Facts:
Breastfeeding contributes to sustainable development by reducing the environmental footprint of formula production and waste.
