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Of course, the manybenefits of breastfeedingmake it well worth the effort.
Once you’ve fallen into the rhythm of nursing your babies (and you will!
), you’ll find it’s not only possible but convenient (fewer bottles to wash!)
Here’s how to set yourself up for success when you’re breastfeeding twins.
That breaks down to about once every two to three hours, day and night.
In the beginning, try nursing your twins on the same schedule.
However, keep in mind that even identical twins have different personalities, appetites and nursing patterns.
Some moms like to let the hungrier baby dictate the feeding schedule of both.
Others feed on each baby’s demand during the day and stick to a schedule at night.
Whatever you choose, just keep careful records to confirm each baby is well fed at each feeding.
How many calories do you oughta breastfeed twins?
Doing so much feeding and burning so many calories means you’ll also have to do more eating.
You may need to increase your caloric intake as your babies grow bigger and hungrier.
Or you might not need as much if you supplement nursing with formula and/or solids.
To keep fueled, stick to a sensible, balancedbreastfeeding dietand drink lots of water.
You’ll also want to double-check you’re getting enough calcium.
Aim for a schedule of about four times a day in addition to nursing your babies.
Supplementing with formulacan actually help you breastfeed for longer by lessening the mental and physical load.
However, since supplementing can decrease your milk supply due to less demand, aim to pump regularly.
Your pediatrician, alactation consultantand/or a postpartum doula who has experience with multiples can offer support.
