A relatively small number of newborns and infants with a confirmed COVID-19 infection was recorded. Most had a mild clinical picture of the disease.

To date, the virus that causes COVID-19 has not been found in the milk of any mother with a suspected or confirmed infection, and for now there is no evidence that the virus is transmitted by breastfeeding.

It is good to learn the correct technique of breast massage and milk expression already in the maternity hospital, in case you happen to need it.

All newborns can be fed breastmilk. The exceptions are very rare congenital metabolic disorders. The message "mother's milk is the best" is brought to the fore in sick newborn and infant nutrition.

Breastfeeding is a natural way of feeding children, but the process itself is a skill that is learned. For successful breastfeeding, it is important that you and your baby take a comfortable position during a breastfeed, that you feel comfortable and relaxed.

For successful breastfeeding, it is important that you and your baby master the breastfeeding technique as soon as possible. This ensures a good milk supply, allows the baby to suckle as much as he/she needs, prevents painful breastfeeding and nipple damage. Breastfeeding is natural, but it is also a skill that is acquired over time and through practice.

Learning how to hold your baby in a comfortable position is especially important during the early weeks after birth. There is no one right position for all mothers – use what works for you to feel most comfortable and also allow your baby to feed well. 

The baby loves mom's natural scent most; it helps him/her find the nipple, latch on more easily and suckle more actively. During the lactation period, it is not recommended to use baths and body foams with an intense scent, especially in the breast area.