Lip closure for feeding

It takes two! Signs of success when breastfeeding:

Newborn has a dry mouth after feeding:
Means there is good lip seal and nothing is spilling out. A good lip seal from the newborn tells your body a more accurate measure of how much is needed for each feeding.

Feeding and eating skills are layered in stages for increase success along the developmental timeline. Knowing the signs early of efficient and successful eating and feeding skills, set a beautiful foundation for later higher level function. Eating and feeding skills in later years can often be traced back to newborn skill and bonding challenges. Newborn bonding during feeding time with the caregiver is essential for beginning stages of a positive relationship with food. Good luck to all moms/caregivers establishing a calm and peaceful relationship with a newborn at feeding time.