Most of us as LC's do what works.  I agree it is good to teach a variety of
positions, but some work better than others in the immediate newborn period.  A
nine week old infant is vastly different from a newborn.  I see so many women
who only want to use the cradle hold no matter how large their breasts or
what the muscle tone, head control of the baby.  I want to get babies nursing and
will try almost any position that works.  With the cross cradle hold, I
always suggest that once the baby is drinking, she can switch and bring the other
arm around.  I also tell moms they will most likely use the cradle hold most of
the time once they get home.
       I know I am repeating myself, but our newborns would be different
nursers many times if Moms had fewer interventions in labor.  The babies I see are
so sleepy, so lethargic on day one and sometimes day two.  I need to help
moms get babies feeding and prepare them for home.

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