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Breastfeeding Multiples FAQ: IShould I Nurse Twins Together or Separately?

By Pamela Prindle Fierro, About.com

Question: Breastfeeding Multiples FAQ: IShould I Nurse Twins Together or Separately?
Answer: With two available breasts, it is often efficient to nurse both babies at the same time. It make take a bit of practice at first. With newborns, an extra set of hands will make it easier to get the babies into position and remove them when they are done eating. As you and the babies become accustomed to nursing, you'll be more proficient on your own.

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