Cathy writes:
 <<<<I like spoon feeding hand expressed
colostrum, or fingerfeeding expressed milk if mom is already producing
larger amounts, either can be done safely with a sleepy baby.  Then wait
a few minutes, and often the baby wakes and can nurse.>>>>

I agree with the above. In addition, tho, with a sleepy newborn, keep them at
the same breast and use breast compression when baby slows down or pauses.
I've also learned that a baby with its eyes closed may still be feeding., but
mom thinks they "fell asleep". I wonder if LLL will consider altering this as
they revise the breastfeeding answer book?
Mary Kay Smith, RN, IBCLC
Romeoville IL

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