Many new mummies and daddies I speak to are genuinely surprised at how much time their babies spend breastfeeding in the early weeks. During pregnancy, you read that babies feed every 3-4 hours, so that leaves at least a few hours to sleep in between feed cycles, right? Not always. On average, you can expect to be breastfeeding your newborn at least 8-12 times in 24 hours

Alison Howley natural birth and parenting advocate shares her personal breastfeeding story and how her experience with syntocinon resulted in two different journeys.

Breastfeeding, although natural, is a learned skill for you and your baby. It is good to remember that this may take a little while to get the hang of it – but once you do, you may find it really enjoyable and rewarding. When you begin breastfeeding, your nipples may be sensitive and you can expect some early nipple tenderness.

I’ve just loved breastfeeding my three children, it’s such a special feeling knowing that you can grow a baby with your milk! You spend so much time feeding in the early days, but with all those feel good hormones surging through you, you just gaze down at your baby as you’re feeding him and you really feel this connection and bond, which is the best feeling ever!