 Hello, I am Dr. Himali Tekani, I am a consultant obstetrician and gynecologist at Manipal Hospital's Old Airport Road, Bangalore. Mothers should initiate breastfeeding at the earliest possible. The first breast milk which flows out is called Colostrum and this is the most nutritious component for the baby. Women should start wearing a supportive bra. They should know about all the nursing positions and use the one which suits them best. The idea is to make yourself as comfortable as possible and the baby as comfortable as possible. Ensure adequate burping after every feed. Feed the baby on demand. The baby is allowed to room in that is to stay with the mother close to the mother's bed. Once every two hours the baby should be fed. One should look for cracked nipples which cause sometimes pain during breastfeeding. Use of emollients or oils would help ensure pain free breastfeeding. Some women do develop breast engorgement and sometimes abscesses in the breast. So if the breasts are very heavy or start becoming painful and tender, you should visit your doctor immediately. One should ensure adequate hydration during breastfeeding and calcium supplements should be continued throughout breastfeeding.