You don’t have to breastfeed in any particular position. You can breastfeed lying down, sitting up, or even standing. If you like a position that you have never seen or heard of before, that’s OK. As long as you and your baby are comfortable, and your baby can latch on and breastfeed well, you can nurse in any position that you choose. The 5 most common breastfeeding positions are: By using different holds, you will allow your baby to more effectively drain the different areas of your breasts. This will help to prevent plugged milk ducts and some of the other common problems of breastfeeding.
