2007-05-23 13:12:50 · 13 answers · asked by sandraintexs 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
it's perfectly fine just put a pillow on the other side of her to make sure she doesn't roll off.
2007-05-23 13:15:34 · answer #1 · answered by Dawn-Marie 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have fed all four of my children this way when they were little. Especially for the middle of the night feeds. It is so comfortable. If you lay your arm out straight (the arm on the same side as the breast you are feeding from and baby and lay on that side) it is impossible to roll on your baby. The first few times your arm gets a bit achey, but you get used to it. Usually I would gently then lay them back in their own bed, but often I'd fall asleep with them. It is such a precious sweet time when they are little. My babies never had any problems with sleeping in their own beds and my youngest was sleeping through by 10 weeks!! So don't worry about that. I believe it brings a lovely closeness to you and your baby. They grow up so quickly, believe me! If it works for you, do it.
2007-05-23 20:53:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Absolutely. Research shows this enhances the nursing relationship - probably because you get more sleep.
You just want to be sure there are no heavy blankets that could cover her and no pillows that could move over her. I always slept my baby's head up on the front of my shoulder, my right arm around him. It was blissful.
Plus, you always know how baby is doing.
2007-05-23 20:16:32 · answer #3 · answered by cassandra 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, the same brain mechanism that keeps you from falling off the bed keeps you from rolling onto the baby. Go ahead, it enhances your relationship and is good for you both.
2007-05-23 20:33:14 · answer #4 · answered by Momofthreeboys 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of course! I do this every single day with my BF baby. It helps calm him when he's over-tired, and I usually fall asleep while he's eating, too - it's a nice chance to catch some Z's. Enjoy!
2007-05-24 16:26:31 · answer #5 · answered by Wildflower 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes.. but for whatever reason my daughter did not like it.. I had to sit up and feed her even in the middle of the night.. good luck!
2007-05-23 21:00:18 · answer #6 · answered by someone 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes it is. Infact, it is one of the positions taught in a breastfeeding class i took in the hospital. just make sure it is comfortable for both him/her and you! And if he/she seems agitated stop! simple as that, what works for you and your baby is all that matters. and keep up the breastfeeding! It is so beneficial for both you and your little one!
2007-05-23 20:54:42 · answer #7 · answered by TTT 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely!!! In fact, to help my kids nap, I would lie with them and nurse them to sleep. Some women,right after childbirth, find it easier that way when they are healing!
2007-05-23 20:53:48 · answer #8 · answered by 2cutekiddos 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes u can.. they even have neat lil baby nests with cut outs so that u can breast feed while lying next to the baby.
2007-05-23 20:18:21 · answer #9 · answered by kamischadle 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes. breastfeeding lying down is easier for some women
2007-05-23 20:15:27 · answer #10 · answered by butternut0000 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋