Here's another to ponder:

Breastfeed often
Respond to early cues
Establish optimal position
Assure wide mouth/deep latch
Sucking is active and rhythmic
The milk is flowing
Feel, hear, or see swallows
Evaluate output
Enjoy your satisfied baby
Daily weight gain averages about 1oz

Debbie Tobin
RN BSN IBCLC LCCE
Springfield, Virginia USA
In the suburbs outside the Washington DC beltway
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