Diagnosis: Lazy latch or slow flow. Solution: Strip the baby down to a diaper. Tickling his feet or rubbing his back while feeding. Switch breasts every 5 minutes like changing Idly plates.
Many believe that staring at the baby too much while feeding stops milk. So, when you feed in public, cover baby's face a little with the Mundu (shawl). Not just for modesty, but to protect from Kannu (bad eye). And if you feel milk is reducing, do the Karpoora aarati (camphor light) around mother and baby. It calms the mind, and calm mind = more milk.
Purpose: Practical, culturally sensitive guidance to support successful breastfeeding for Tamil South Indian mothers, drawing on evidence-based practices and local dietary and social contexts.
Vanakkam, Chinna Pappa’s Amma!
First of all, congrats to you and your family. I know right now you are tired, happy, a little scared, and maybe your shoulders are paining. But don't worry. Seeing your baby grow with your own milk (Tāyi pāl) is the biggest blessing. We have been doing this for generations in our families.
Here are some Tips from your South Indian Aunty (Not doctor tips, but Pāṭṭi and Attai approved secrets) to make sure your kuzhandhai gets full and you stay healthy.
Diagnosis: Lazy latch or slow flow. Solution: Strip the baby down to a diaper. Tickling his feet or rubbing his back while feeding. Switch breasts every 5 minutes like changing Idly plates.
Many believe that staring at the baby too much while feeding stops milk. So, when you feed in public, cover baby's face a little with the Mundu (shawl). Not just for modesty, but to protect from Kannu (bad eye). And if you feel milk is reducing, do the Karpoora aarati (camphor light) around mother and baby. It calms the mind, and calm mind = more milk. Diagnosis: Lazy latch or slow flow
Purpose: Practical, culturally sensitive guidance to support successful breastfeeding for Tamil South Indian mothers, drawing on evidence-based practices and local dietary and social contexts. Vanakkam, Chinna Pappa’s Amma
Vanakkam, Chinna Pappa’s Amma!
First of all, congrats to you and your family. I know right now you are tired, happy, a little scared, and maybe your shoulders are paining. But don't worry. Seeing your baby grow with your own milk (Tāyi pāl) is the biggest blessing. We have been doing this for generations in our families. Chinna Pappa’s Amma! First of all
Here are some Tips from your South Indian Aunty (Not doctor tips, but Pāṭṭi and Attai approved secrets) to make sure your kuzhandhai gets full and you stay healthy.
