Breast-feeding: Cradle hold
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Breast-feeding: Cradle hold
In the cradle (traditional) hold, you sit up with your back supported. One arm supports your baby, with his or her head in the bend of your elbow and your open hand supporting the baby's bottom or back. Your baby's abdomen lies against yours. As your bring your baby toward your breast, use your other hand to support the breast and guide it into his or her mouth for a proper latch. You may wish to put a pillow in your lap on which to rest your arm at a comfortable level or use a stool to raise your feet.
Although it is often considered the most common hold, it does not offer as much control as other holds. However, the cradle hold position usually works well after breast-feeding is well established.
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| Primary Medical Reviewer | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine |
| Last Updated | May 10, 2007 |
| Last updated: | May 10, 2007 |
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| Reviewed By: | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine, Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine |
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