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Positions for Breastfeeding Your Baby - Cradle Hold, Football Hold, Cross Cradle

By Robin Elise Weiss, LCCE, About.com

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Side Lying Position

The side lying position is great for sleeping or resting with baby or after a cesarean section.

Photo © Robin Elise Weiss

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Index: Positions for Breastfeeding Your Baby - Cradle Hold, Football Hold, Cross Cradle

  1. The Cradle Hold
  2. The Cross Cradle Hold
  3. The Football Hold
  4. Side Lying Position
  5. Saddle Hold
  6. Twin Cradle Hold
  7. Twin Cross Cradle Hold
  8. Twin Football Hold
  9. Twin Saddle Hold

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