The techniques and skills of breastfeeding are warm compresses, gentle massage, massage, position adjustment, frequency and time.

1, warm compresses: warm water or hot packs gently massaged on the breast for a few minutes, can promote the expansion of the mammary glands and accelerate the flow of milk.

2, gently massage: first the palm of the hand, from the lower side of the breast, along the edge of the breast gently kneading to the areola, and then from the areola to the center of the breast gently kneading, in this way massage for a few minutes or so.

3, massage: gently pinch the upper part of the breast, with the palm of the thumb pressure, to the nipple direction clamping gently push, in order to promote blood circulation and lymphatic drainage.

4, body position adjustment: the use of different positions, such as prone or side lying, can increase the contact area with the breast, help milk discharge.

5, frequency and time: lactation techniques need to be repeated many times, can be carried out before or after sucking milk, each massage about 5-10 minutes, repeated several times a day.

Precautions for breastfeeding

1, emotional relaxation: you should keep a relaxed mind, relax your body, and reduce mental tension when breastfeeding. In the process of breastfeeding, with music or soothing atmosphere will help.

2, warm water bath: It is best to take a bath once a week, with warm water bath or bath can promote lymphatic circulation, assist in detoxification and lactation.

3, the right underwear: the correct purchase and wear underwear, especially postpartum underwear, can provide good support and protection, reduce breast stagnation and blockage of mastitis.

4, learn the correct breastfeeding posture: the correct breastfeeding posture is an important factor in preventing mammary gland stagnation and infection, which needs to take into account the size of the baby and the angle and posture when breastfeeding.

5, dietary regulation: reasonable diet, pay attention to protein, vitamins and minerals intake, avoid spicy, greasy food, etc., can maintain good health, reduce the occurrence of mammary gland problems.

6, keep exercise: appropriate sports or massage, can promote blood circulation in the mammary glands, to prevent the occurrence of breast disease.

7, adhere to the massage: massage is not a one-time task, need to adhere to long-term implementation. For people with breast problems, massage should be carried out every day to maintain the smoothness of the mammary glands and avoid reoccurrence of breast diseases.