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Medical Author:

Allahyar Jazayeri, MD, PhD

Medical Editor:

Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, Chief Medical Editor

Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, is a U.S. board-certified Anatomic Pathologist with subspecialty training in the fields of Experimental and Molecular Pathology. Dr. Stöppler's educational background includes a BA with Highest Distinction from the University of Virginia and an MD from the University of North Carolina. She completed residency training in Anatomic Pathology at Georgetown University followed by subspecialty fellowship training in molecular diagnostics and experimental pathology.

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Media file 1: The complete suck cycle illustrates good feeding technique.

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Media file 2: Reclined breastfeeding. Lie on your side in bed facing your baby. Use pillows as needed to support your head, back, and upper leg.

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Media file 3: Crossover breastfeeding. Hold your baby across your body as you breastfeed.

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Media file 4: Cradle breastfeeding. Nestle your baby in your arm in a cradle hold. This involves cradling the baby with your arm on the same side as the breast being presented.