I feel sad for moms who do not have their partners support
with breastfeeding.  I think the research shows lack of support as
one of the main reasons why women give up.
I give all of my moms a sheet to give to the father.  It says:

FOR FATHERS ONLY
10 Steps to Father a Breastfed Baby

1  Provide ongoing support to the breastfeeding mother.
2  Act as a buffer between the mother and relatives or friends who may
   disapprove of breastfeedng.
3  Play an active role in making decisions about baby's health care.
4  Hold your baby face to face ;  talk to him and touch him.
5  Take your baby for walks in the baby carrier or stroller.
6  Burp, diaper and play with your baby as much as possible.
7  Learn to put your baby to sleep by letting him fall asleep on your
   shoulder or chest. (Dad is a place for comfort and rest too )
8  When your baby is fussy, walk, rock or sing to him.
9  When Mom is tired, encourage her to rest and bring baby to
   her when he wakes.
10  Give mom a break by taking care of baby  between feedings.

Ruth Bacon   IBCLC  Ontario

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