Fiona, it's great that you have done so much research. I am sure this time will go better. Your plan is a really good one.

Another thing you might want to keep in mind is that you don't have to allow the midwives to touch you. I really think that trying to shove a baby onto a breast is very counter-productive (and I know from experience it's also very unpleasant!). You are quite within your rights to ask for hands-off help - that is they can watch but not touch!

Many mums find that Baby Led Attachment works best in a reclined position if you can manage this after your c-section. If not, lying on your back will be just fine also. You can do this at every feed, but it is best done when your baby is calm. Crying with hunger tends to get in the way of instincts!

If it were me, I'd also have the ABA helpline number with me in hospital, and the number of a local IBCLC qualified LC in case the ones at the hossy are not helping. Some hospital LCs are brilliant and some are not as experienced as others!

All the very best hun