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Bottle feeding tips
Hallix
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I am a new mum! With mild CP I am struggling to get my hands and arms in the right position to bottle feed my daughter. She does take it but it is a super long & uncomfortable process.
has anyone got any cheeky hacks or work arounds
Thanks
Jen
has anyone got any cheeky hacks or work arounds
Thanks
Jen
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Feeding can be a bit of a ling winded thing when you have CP. When my daughter was a baby, I used to prop her up with pillows so I had at least one arm free, for wiping her chin etc. Bouncy chairs are good because they are at an angle.
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Congratulations on the birth of your baby daughter. What an exciting time!
You might find it useful to watch this YouTube video 'How I've Adapted to Feeding My Baby (Mommy with Cerebral Palsy)' recorded by a mum in the same position.
I hope that helps and enjoy these precious moments
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They're tiny but they can get so heavy when you're holding them for a while!
I hope you manage to find something that works for you.
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I dont have CP nut my son always bottle fed just propped up or in his bouncy chair. I hope the advice given helps but also speak to your midwife/health visitor that is what they are there for.
Enjoy the precious time you have with your baby
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I too have CP and am currently expecting, so I'm partly commenting to archive it and use any tips that come up - glad the beanbag seems to do the trick x
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just really hoping I don’t get judged for reaching out to them!!
The health visitor is there to support you both and should not judge. You are doing great!
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Me again! These sites might have some useful equipment?
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