Each of the situations below can interfere with a stable fit and hold, and result in breastfeeding problems.

• Haakaa use at the same time as you breastfeed (this applies to a standard hakaa with a bottle - the ladybird hakaa doesn't interfere with fit and hold)

• Pumping while breastfeeding (this applies to standard bottle collector pumps - the wearables don't interfere with fit and hold in the same way)

• Breast compression and massage while breastfeeding

• Shaping your breast to bring baby on

• Using a pillow on your lap

• Aiming for 'nipple to nose' when bringing baby on (sometimes referred to as 'nipple to crown')

• Waiting for a wide gape before bringing baby on

• Holding baby's head in the crook of your arm

• Starting with baby's face and mouth lower than your breast (when baby's face is smooshed in above the nipple and areola, the little one's reflexes are turned on and you can easily drop your forearm and her head down to bring her down mouth of nipple).

You'll find out why these things can cause problems as you work through how to use the gestalt method in Possums Breastfeeding & Lactation.