Here's how to twin breastfeed BY YOURSELF!
1) You need to get the right equipment. A wide sofa and a feeding pillow will make things much easier. A double bed pushed against a wall can substitute for the sofa.
2) Set yourself up with one baby on each side (within reach), and fit the feeding pillow.
3) Pick up twin 1, place in position and attach them to your breast. We have it on good authority that the safest way to pick up the baby is by grabbing their body suit.
4) Once twin 1 is feeding well, pick up twin 2. Be very careful that twin 1 doesn't move (ouch!). Best to pack twin 1 in position with cloth nappies so that you can use two hands with twin 2.
5) Attach twin 2. Again, make sure twin 1 doesn't move.
6) After a short time, twin 1 will need a burp. Lift over your shoulder and pat. Remeber to pack twin 2 in place first!
7) Depending on timing, you might end up burping both at the same time.
8) After burping, attach them back. Continue until feeding is finished. Then reverse all the steps to get both babies off the breast and feeding pillow. You are now finished!
Thank you to our models: Owen (mum), Teddy (twin 1) and Steiffi (twin 2). Teddy and Steiffi are the same teddies that Owen gave birth to here. Owen told us that "the teddies had a good feed".
Troubleshooting - FAQ
Q1) I have attached twin 1 successfully, but twin 2 is having trouble attaching. What do I do?
A1) You will need to detach twin 1 so you can concentrate on twin 2. Re-attach twin 1 afterwards.
Q2) One of the babies needs a nappy change and won't feed. What do I do?
A2) Unfortunately, you will need to detach both babies and put them back on the couch, remove the feeding pillow, and change the offending baby. Then, start from step 1 to re-attach both.
Q3) An older sibling is misbehaving while I am feeding. What should I do.
A3) When you figure this out, could you let me know??
Q4) Something happens, and I must quickly move from the couch. What can I do?
A4) If your feeding pillow is equipped with a belt, you can stand up with the pillow and babies all attached. This is only recommended for emergencies!
Q5) This sounds too hard. How can I make this easier?
A5) Get help! A second pair of hands can pass the babies to you when needed, and take them for burping or nappy changes.
3 comments:
That was funny.
Next week's exciting instalment...How to breastfeed triplets?
We would like to see that one! Unfortunately we do not feel qualified to write that post.
i'm currently trying to operate one laptop on the couch where the wireless internet keeps dropping in and out, what should i do? is this easier or harder then breastfeeding twins? seriously tho, that was hilarious. hope you've turned it into a fine art now
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