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How to breastfeed

Breastfeeding takes practice and time to work out which positions work for you and your baby – try them all out to see which feels best.

Have a look at our guides to latching on, breastfeeding positions and how to burp your baby.

Latching on

Latching on is how your baby attaches to your breast to feed. Lots of people assume that this comes naturally, but in reality it's more of a skill that you and your baby need to learn together.

Breastfeeding positions

There are a few different breastfeeding positions you can try. See our step-by-step guides to 4 of the most popular.

Burping your baby

Winding, or burping your baby, is an important part of feeding. Some find it easy to burp, while others need a helping hand.