{"id":32305,"date":"2023-09-20T08:16:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-20T05:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/?p=32305"},"modified":"2023-11-28T23:12:35","modified_gmt":"2023-11-28T20:12:35","slug":"breastfeeding-twins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/breastfeeding-twins\/","title":{"rendered":"Breastfeeding Twins"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you have such questions in your mind like &#8220;How should breastfeeding be in twin babies?&#8221;, &#8220;Which breastfeeding positions should be used?&#8221;, &#8220;How should I plan the breastfeeding order?&#8221;, &#8220;How should the mother&#8217;s nutrition be in this process?&#8221;, <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">you look for the answers in the right place!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Breast milk is a miraculous food that perfectly meets all the needs of a baby during the first 6 months. Every mother&#8217;s milk is special and every mother produces milk suitable for her baby. In addition, the content of breast milk varies according to the baby&#8217;s development process, energy needs and even weight or number.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/breastfeeding-twins\/#Is_Only_Breast_Milk_Sufficient_for_Twin_Babies\" title=\"Is\u00a0Only\u00a0Breast\u00a0Milk\u00a0Sufficient\u00a0for\u00a0Twin\u00a0Babies?\u00a0\">Is\u00a0Only\u00a0Breast\u00a0Milk\u00a0Sufficient\u00a0for\u00a0Twin\u00a0Babies?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/breastfeeding-twins\/#Breastfeeding_Twin\" title=\"Breastfeeding Twin\">Breastfeeding Twin<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/breastfeeding-twins\/#Breastfeeding_Patterns_for_Twin_Babies\" title=\"Breastfeeding\u00a0Patterns\u00a0for\u00a0Twin\u00a0Babies\u00a0\">Breastfeeding\u00a0Patterns\u00a0for\u00a0Twin\u00a0Babies\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/breastfeeding-twins\/#Sequential_Breastfeeding_in_Twins\" title=\"Sequential\u00a0Breastfeeding\u00a0in\u00a0Twins\u00a0\">Sequential\u00a0Breastfeeding\u00a0in\u00a0Twins\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/breastfeeding-twins\/#Simultaneous_Breastfeeding_in_Twins\" title=\"Simultaneous\u00a0Breastfeeding\u00a0in\u00a0Twins\u00a0\">Simultaneous\u00a0Breastfeeding\u00a0in\u00a0Twins\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/breastfeeding-twins\/#Tips_to_Breastfeed_Your_Twin_Babies\" title=\"Tips to\u00a0Breastfeed\u00a0Your\u00a0Twin Babies\">Tips to\u00a0Breastfeed\u00a0Your\u00a0Twin Babies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/breastfeeding-twins\/#Breastfeeding_Positions_for_Twin_Babies\" title=\"Breastfeeding\u00a0Positions\u00a0for\u00a0Twin\u00a0Babies\u00a0\">Breastfeeding\u00a0Positions\u00a0for\u00a0Twin\u00a0Babies\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/breastfeeding-twins\/#Double_Football_Position\" title=\"Double Football Position\">Double Football Position<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/breastfeeding-twins\/#Football_Cradle_Position\" title=\"Football &amp; Cradle Position\">Football &amp; Cradle Position<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/breastfeeding-twins\/#Upright_Latch\" title=\"Upright Latch\">Upright Latch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/breastfeeding-twins\/#Front_Cross_Position\" title=\"Front Cross Position\">Front Cross Position<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/breastfeeding-twins\/#Use_of_Breastfeeding_Pillows_for_Twin_Babies\" title=\"Use\u00a0of\u00a0Breastfeeding\u00a0Pillows\u00a0for\u00a0Twin\u00a0Babies\u00a0\">Use\u00a0of\u00a0Breastfeeding\u00a0Pillows\u00a0for\u00a0Twin\u00a0Babies\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/breastfeeding-twins\/#How_Should_the_Your_Nutrition_Be_During_Breastfeeding_Twin_Babies\" title=\"How\u00a0Should\u00a0the\u00a0Your\u00a0Nutrition Be\u00a0During\u00a0Breastfeeding Twin\u00a0Babies?\u00a0\">How\u00a0Should\u00a0the\u00a0Your\u00a0Nutrition Be\u00a0During\u00a0Breastfeeding Twin\u00a0Babies?\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/breastfeeding-twins\/#Sample_Nutrition_Program_for_Twin_Breastfeeding_Mothers\" title=\"Sample\u00a0Nutrition\u00a0Program\u00a0for\u00a0Twin\u00a0Breastfeeding\u00a0Mothers\u00a0\">Sample\u00a0Nutrition\u00a0Program\u00a0for\u00a0Twin\u00a0Breastfeeding\u00a0Mothers\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Only_Breast_Milk_Sufficient_for_Twin_Babies\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Is\u00a0Only\u00a0Breast\u00a0Milk\u00a0Sufficient\u00a0for\u00a0Twin\u00a0Babies?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">According to studies, it has been determined that mothers of twin babies produce close to 2-2.5 litres of milk per day for the first 6 months. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If\u00a0you\u00a0are\u00a0a\u00a0mother\u00a0of\u00a0twins,\u00a0your\u00a0body\u00a0realizes\u00a0this\u00a0and\u00a0produces\u00a0enough\u00a0milk\u00a0for\u00a0both\u00a0babies!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">However, in some twin babies, the development of the babies can be followed, and baby formula can be started as a supplement to breast milk if necessary. The\u00a0best\u00a0way\u00a0to\u00a0assess\u00a0whether\u00a0you\u00a0have\u00a0enough\u00a0milk\u00a0for\u00a0your\u00a0babies\u00a0is\u00a0to\u00a0examine\u00a0your\u00a0baby&#8217;s\u00a0weight\u00a0gain.\u00a0At this point, we underline that your baby&#8217;s development should be evaluated by your doctor and the decision on baby formula should be made by your doctor.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breastfeeding_Twin\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Breastfeeding Twin<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Breastfeeding in twin babies differs in two ways compared to breastfeeding of a single baby. These are breastfeeding patterns and breastfeeding positions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breastfeeding_Patterns_for_Twin_Babies\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Breastfeeding\u00a0Patterns\u00a0for\u00a0Twin\u00a0Babies<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The breastfeeding pattern is different from normal in twin babies as there are two babies who need breast milk at the same time. There are two techniques, alternately breastfeeding and simultaneous breastfeeding.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We will compare the simultaneous breastfeeding and alternate breastfeeding methods for you and talk about the advantages and disadvantages. You can examine both methods and choose the one that suits you best and you feel most comfortable with.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 aria-level=\"3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sequential_Breastfeeding_in_Twins\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sequential\u00a0Breastfeeding\u00a0in\u00a0Twins<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It is a <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">very\u00a0common\u00a0method\u00a0of\u00a0breastfeeding\u00a0twin\u00a0babies.\u00a0In\u00a0this\u00a0method,\u00a0you\u00a0breastfeed\u00a0your\u00a0babies\u00a0alternately.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"4\"><strong><i>Advantages:<\/i>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Because you breastfeed only one baby at a time, it is more comfortable than breastfeeding at the same time.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You will show individual attention to your babies and spend one-on-one time.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p aria-level=\"4\"><strong><i>Disadvantages:<\/i>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Especially if we consider the time thatnew-bornsspend at the breast, it is more tiring and takes more time as the number of breastfeeding will increase.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One baby may get impatient and cry while the other baby is also hungry.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 aria-level=\"3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Simultaneous_Breastfeeding_in_Twins\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Simultaneous\u00a0Breastfeeding\u00a0in\u00a0Twins<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u00a0is a\u00a0method\u00a0of\u00a0breastfeeding\u00a0twin\u00a0babies\u00a0at\u00a0the\u00a0same\u00a0time\u00a0and\u00a0in\u00a0the\u00a0same\u00a0position.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"4\"><strong><i>Advantages:<\/i>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It saves time as you breastfeed both babies at the same time.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One baby does not have to wait while the other suckles.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Since both breasts will be stimulated equally, the milk secretion mechanism works more balanced.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You support more skin contact, more stimulation of the oxytocin reflex and more milk secretion by breastfeeding at the same time.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p aria-level=\"4\"><strong><i>Disadvantages:<\/i>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It is physically tiring since two babies will be held at the same time.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_to_Breastfeed_Your_Twin_Babies\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tips to\u00a0Breastfeed\u00a0Your\u00a0Twin Babies<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There\u00a0are\u00a0some\u00a0important\u00a0points\u00a0that\u00a0you\u00a0should\u00a0pay\u00a0attention\u00a0to\u00a0while\u00a0breastfeeding\u00a0twin\u00a0babies.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> \u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The content of the first milk from the breast and the hind milk is not the same. The milk that comes first has higher lactose and water content, while the last milk has a higher fat content. It is important for the development of the baby to receive two kinds of milks. For this reason, you should breastfeed at the same time or alternately, you should give the right and left breast to a different baby at each feeding.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For\u00a0example,\u00a0if\u00a0one\u00a0baby\u00a0sucked\u00a0on\u00a0your\u00a0right\u00a0breast\u00a0at\u00a0one\u00a0feed,\u00a0you\u00a0should\u00a0give\u00a0your\u00a0right\u00a0breast\u00a0to\u00a0your\u00a0other\u00a0baby\u00a0at\u00a0the\u00a0next\u00a0feed.\u00a0In\u00a0this\u00a0way,\u00a0both\u00a0babies\u00a0receive\u00a0these\u00a0two\u00a0milks\u00a0with\u00a0different\u00a0nutritional\u00a0content.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At the same time, when you apply this\u00a0transformation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Both of your breasts are stimulated by both babies to produce an equal amount of milk.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If a baby has a weaker sucking reflex, you can always suck on the same breast and prevent the stimulation in that breast from diminishing.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You establish a balanced system for both your babies&#8217; milk intake and the milk production in your breasts.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Another point you should pay attention to is to follow your babies&#8217; hunger signs. Especially if you are breastfeeding in turns, your baby may get impatient and cry while you feed one baby.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the early signs of hunger, the baby&#8217;s movements increase, he starts to look for your breast. In progressive symptoms, he stretches and yawns. As her hunger level increases, she starts to suck her hands. In late symptoms, the baby goes into a crying crisis and the stress level reaches a high level.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The\u00a0baby\u00a0who\u00a0reaches\u00a0this\u00a0point\u00a0does\u00a0not\u00a0hold\u00a0the\u00a0breast\u00a0even\u00a0if\u00a0the\u00a0breast\u00a0is\u00a0given.\u00a0It\u00a0should\u00a0be\u00a0sedated\u00a0before\u00a0breastfeeding. A\u00a0baby\u00a0should\u00a0be fed at\u00a0the\u00a0latest\u00a0at\u00a0the\u00a0progressive\u00a0signs\u00a0of\u00a0hunger,\u00a0which\u00a0is\u00a0stage\u00a02.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breastfeeding_Positions_for_Twin_Babies\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Breastfeeding\u00a0Positions\u00a0for\u00a0Twin\u00a0Babies<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There are some special positions applied for simultaneous breastfeeding of twin babies. The most used ones are \u201cDouble Football Pose\u201d, \u201cFooftball &amp; Cradle Pose\u201d, \u201cUpright Latch\u201d and \u201cLadi-back Nursing Position\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Double_Football_Position\"><\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Double Football Position<\/span><\/i><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In this position, after placing both your babies on your nursing pillow, you position them under your arms and support their heads with your palms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32306 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/breasfeeding-twins-2.png\" alt=\"Breastfeeding Twins\" width=\"1200\" height=\"628\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Football_Cradle_Position\"><\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Football &amp; Cradle Position<\/span><\/i><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In this position, after placing your babies on the nursing pillow, you lay them parallel to each other on your chest as in the picture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32307 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/breastfeeding-twins-3.png\" alt=\"Breastfeeding Twins\" width=\"1200\" height=\"628\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Upright_Latch\"><\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Upright Latch<\/span><\/i><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This position can be used to breastfeed twins who are slightly older by month. Babies are positioned on the nursing pillow, facing the mother&#8217;s breasts.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32308 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/breasfeeding-twins-4.png\" alt=\"Breastfeeding Twins\" width=\"1200\" height=\"628\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"4\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Front_Cross_Position\"><\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Front Cross Position<\/span><\/i><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In this position, hug the twins and lean back. Lay them on the pillow so that they are diagonally from each other as you can see in the picture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32309 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/breastfeeding-twins-5.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"628\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_of_Breastfeeding_Pillows_for_Twin_Babies\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Use\u00a0of\u00a0Breastfeeding\u00a0Pillows\u00a0for\u00a0Twin\u00a0Babies<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Oxytocin, the hormone responsible for milk secretion, is greatly affected by the mother&#8217;s mood and stress level. If you are stressed and nervous, your baby will feel it and become restless. Therefore, it is very important that you take a comfortable position and be relaxed during breastfeeding.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This\u00a0is\u00a0where\u00a0breastfeeding\u00a0pillows\u00a0come\u00a0to\u00a0your\u00a0aid!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The\u00a0nursing\u00a0pillow\u00a0ensures\u00a0that\u00a0both\u00a0you\u00a0and\u00a0your\u00a0babies\u00a0take\u00a0a\u00a0comfortable\u00a0position\u00a0during\u00a0breastfeeding.\u00a0It\u00a0helps\u00a0you\u00a0to\u00a0adjust\u00a0the\u00a0distance\u00a0between\u00a0you\u00a0and\u00a0your\u00a0babies\u00a0while\u00a0breastfeeding,\u00a0while\u00a0supporting\u00a0your\u00a0waist\u00a0and\u00a0preventing\u00a0the\u00a0problem of\u00a0low\u00a0back\u00a0and\u00a0back\u00a0pain.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In\u00a0addition,\u00a0with\u00a0the\u00a0breastfeeding\u00a0pillow,\u00a0your\u00a0babies\u00a0can\u00a0settle\u00a0on\u00a0the\u00a0breast\u00a0more\u00a0easily\u00a0and\u00a0grasp\u00a0the\u00a0breast\u00a0better.\u00a0In\u00a0this\u00a0way,\u00a0you\u00a0will\u00a0have\u00a0an\u00a0effective\u00a0breastfeeding.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The\u00a0use\u00a0of\u00a0breastfeeding\u00a0pillows\u00a0is\u00a0especially\u00a0important\u00a0for\u00a0mothers\u00a0of\u00a0twin\u00a0babies.\u00a0Because\u00a0holding\u00a0both\u00a0babies\u00a0at\u00a0the\u00a0same\u00a0time can be\u00a0tiring\u00a0most\u00a0of\u00a0the\u00a0time.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With\u00a0the\u00a0breastfeeding\u00a0pillow,\u00a0you\u00a0can\u00a0use\u00a0your\u00a0hands\u00a0and\u00a0arms\u00a0more\u00a0comfortably\u00a0as\u00a0you\u00a0place\u00a0your\u00a0babies\u00a0better\u00a0while\u00a0breastfeeding\u00a0your\u00a0twins.\u00a0Thus,\u00a0by\u00a0getting\u00a0more\u00a0contact\u00a0with\u00a0your\u00a0babies,\u00a0you\u00a0will\u00a0stimulate\u00a0your\u00a0oxytocin\u00a0reflex\u00a0and\u00a0support\u00a0your\u00a0milk\u00a0flow.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Should_the_Your_Nutrition_Be_During_Breastfeeding_Twin_Babies\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">How\u00a0Should\u00a0the\u00a0Your\u00a0Nutrition Be\u00a0During\u00a0Breastfeeding Twin\u00a0Babies?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Proper nutrition during breastfeeding is very important. The energy required for the breastfeeding process is met from the foods consumed by the mother and from her own stores. For the mental and physical development of the baby and not to waste the mother&#8217;s stores, quality and adequate nutrition should be given during the breastfeeding period.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Breastfeeding mothers spend 600-700 calories during the day due to milk production; however, when it comes to twin babies, this number reaches 1200-1400 kilocalories.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It is very important that you fill this energy deficit from sources with high nutritional value. You should consume enough and balanced from each food group. Since you have a high energy deficit, you can increase your portion amounts in a healthy and natural way.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sample_Nutrition_Program_for_Twin_Breastfeeding_Mothers\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sample\u00a0Nutrition\u00a0Program\u00a0for\u00a0Twin\u00a0Breastfeeding\u00a0Mothers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p aria-level=\"4\"><strong><i>Breakfast (9.00 am)<\/i>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 1 boiled egg<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Matchbox size cheese (you can add black cumin on it)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 7-8 small-to-medium-sized olives<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 2 tea spoons of tahini\/molasses<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 2 walnuts<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 3 thin slices of whole wheat\/rye\/bran bread<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p aria-level=\"4\"><strong><i>Snack (10.30 am)<\/i>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fennel tea (1 cup)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 1 fruit + 10 almonds<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p aria-level=\"4\"><strong><i>Noon (12.00 pm)<\/i>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 8 table spoons of dark green leafy vegetables<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 6 table spoons of yogurt (3 table spoons of boiled quinoa)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 2 thin slices of whole wheat\/rye\/bran bread<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p aria-level=\"4\"><strong><i>Snack (14.30 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chicken \/ 3 meatballs \/ 250 grams of fish)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Salad with lots of greens (You can add fruit to it)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 2 thin slices of whole wheat\/rye\/bran bread or 6 table spoons of rice<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p aria-level=\"4\"><strong><i>Night<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 1 glass of lactose-free milk (cinnamon)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 1 fruit<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span 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