How to Breast-Feed in a Sling

If you want to nurse your baby on the go, a sling is an indispensable accessory. It allows you to nurse comfortably and discreetly, even while standing or walking.

Instructions

1

Place your baby in the sling using the cradle hold or reverse cradle hold.

2

Turn your baby's body slightly in the sling so that the two of you are tummy-to-tummy when your baby needs to nurse.

3

Pull down the sling rail closest to your body, and pull up your shirt or open your nursing shirt; this should give your baby instant access.

4

Tighten the sling so that your baby's head is level with your breast if he or she is in the reverse cradle hold (head away from the rings).

5

Rotate the sling around your body if your baby is in the cradle hold (head toward the rings), until the baby's head is at the level of your breast. This may mean that the shoulder pad slips in front of your shoulder, but you can readjust the sling after you nurse, or wear the pad slightly further back if you know you may have to nurse.

6

To be extra discreet, pull up the outer padded sling rail so that it covers your baby's head, making sure it is still open at the top.