Are there any support organizations I can contact for help with breastfeeding?
Yes, you can contact support organizations by phone or email:

•	The Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) Visit ABA at www.breastfeeding.asn.au to locate their local offices
•	International Lactation Consultant Association (ILCA), to find a professional certified lactation consultant anywhere in the world. 1-919-787-5181 or www.ilca.org.
For other organizations, visit the links section.

I haven’t had my baby, but I’m leaking fluid from my breasts. Is that normal?
Yes, it’s a normal by-product of pregnancy and lactation to leak milk even before you deliver. Although some women never experience leaking, it is a very individual occurrence. Use breast pads inside your bra to help keep you comfortable and your clothes dry.

How do I know if my baby is getting enough milk?
Weight gain is the most accurate way to tell. A 4-8 oz. increase per week is normal, but it varies. Also, keep track of diaper changes, which may start at one or two wet diapers per day. After your milk supply increases, baby should have five to seven wet diapers and three to five bowel movements every day. For more detailed information go to Questions and Concerns, Is Baby Getting Enough Milk.

When should I start breastfeeding?
Start breastfeeding as soon after birth as possible, ideally within the first half-hour after delivery (see When and How to Start Breastfeeding).

How often should I breastfeed?
Nurse frequently the first week or two, about 8-12 times every 24 hours. Once your milk supply is established and your baby has grown, your baby will probably have a fairly regular feeding schedule (see When and How to Start Breastfeeding, How Often and How Long to Breastfeed).

How long do I breastfeed per session?
From 20-45 minutes at first, but it will decrease as you and your baby become more experienced at breastfeeding (see When and How to Start Breastfeeding, How Often and How Long to Breastfeed).

How do I know when baby wants to eat?
Look for signs such as sucking fingers or fist, fretful sounds, open lips, or turning head to the side with mouth open to suck when the side of baby’s mouth or cheek is touched (see When and How to Start Breastfeeding, Your Baby’s Feeding Cues).

I have an uncomfortable fullness in my breasts. What can I do about it?
Try breastfeeding your baby more often or use a breast pump to relieve that hard, hot, or painful feeling known as engorgement (see Questions and Concerns, Engorgement).

My nipples hurt so much I may quit breastfeeding. Is there something I can do?
Sore nipples are a common complaint at first and may indicate that your baby is not positioned properly at the breast. For more detailed information go to Questions and Concerns, Sore Nipples.

What is milk let-down?
Milk let-down, or milk ejection reflex (MER), is a hormonal release. During MER your body pushes milk out of the alveoli and the milk ducts into the nipple area. Some women feel a physical sensation and others do not. It varies from woman to woman.

Is there a certain way I should hold my baby while nursing?
There are four common holds for breastfeeding your baby. For complete information and a photograph of the nursing positions go to When and How to Start Breastfeeding, Positioning.

I plan to breastfeed, so why should I consider a breast pump?
A breast pump helps if you are separated from your baby (for instance, while working), if you become engorged, if you need to increase a low milk supply, or if baby has trouble latching on because of inverted or flat nipples (see Why You Need a Breast Pump).

For answers to more of your questions, please go to Breastfeeding Education.