Breastfeeding Positions: Cross Cradle Hold

Mastering Breatfeeding Positions: Cross Cradle Hold | Expert Tips from San Diego Lactation Consultants

Welcome to DIY Breastfeeding, created by Robin Kaplan, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and owner of the San Diego Breastfeeding Center. In this video, Ashley Treadwell, an international board-certified lactation consultant, presents the cross cradle breastfeeding position. She emphasizes that there is no single "right" position—comfort for both mother and baby is key. The cross cradle position offers mothers better control during latching, making it a popular choice, especially in the early days of breastfeeding. Treadwell demonstrates the technique, showing how the mother can support her breast with one hand while using the other to support the baby's back and neck. This position can be used from the newborn stage and beyond. For more breastfeeding support, book a postpartum appointment with one of our San Diego lactation consultants or join our breastfeeding support group, led by an experienced lactation educator.

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