Breastfeeding: caesarean births and epidurals covers events that may happen during labour and birth and how they can affect breastfeeding.

It contains:

• Types of caesarean births and how these may affect breastfeeding
• How epidural may affect breastfeeding
• How IV fluids may affect your baby's weight at birth and weight loss after birth
• How partners and support people can help
• The benefits of keeping a mother and her new baby together after birth
• Positioning and attachment for breastfeeding
• A template for a Breastfeeding Plan that you can take to hospital with your Birth Plan
• Information on situations where you may need to be separated from your baby after birth and how to support breastfeeding during this time
• Tips on managing caring for your baby after a caesarean birth.