A New Beginning

Breastfeeding Log FOR NEWBORNS EXCLUSIVELY BREASTFED AND NEWBORNS WHO MAY RECEIVE SUPPLEMENTS

Breastfeeding

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DAY 7 GOALS: • At least 8-12 feedings in 24 hours • SSC before feedings • 6-7 wet diapers • 3-4 dirty diapers — yellowish and seedy

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Skin-to-Skin Contact (SSC)  for each occurrence

Hand Expression  for each time done

Breastfeeding Side R ight/ L eft/ B oth

Breastfeeding Assistance LC / N urse/ F amily/ N one

Breast Pump (if advised)  for each time done

Bottle Feeding Type & Amount (if advised by LC or MD) F ormula/ B reast M ilk

Spitting Up Between Feedings  for each occurrence

Wet Diaper  for each occurrence

Bowel Movement  for each occurrence

Day 7 Tips: Be sure to take these feeding logs and baby’s hospital papers to baby’s first office visit. This information is important for baby’s health care provider. It ensures consistent care between the hospital and home. Prepare for baby’s first visit by: 1. Arranging someone to drive you to the visit. 2. Writing down all your questions and concerns about baby and taking them with you. 3. Making sure you understand your baby’s provider’s instructions and when your baby’s next appointment is scheduled. 4. Encouraging family support members to ask questions at medical visits.

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Chapter 9: Breastfeeding