A primiparous woman is delighted with her newborn son and wants to begin breastfeeding as soon as possible.The nurse can facilitate the infant's correct latch-on by helping the woman hold the infant:

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The infant's head and body should be in correct alignment with the mother and the breast during latch-on and feeding.The infant should be facing the mother with his arms hugging the breast.The baby's body should be held in correct alignment (ears,shoulder,hips in a straight line)during feedings.The mother should support the baby's neck and shoulders with her hand and not push on the occiput.

A Primiparous Woman Is Delighted with Her Newborn Son and Wants