Straining definition, to draw tight or taut, especially to the utmost tension; stretch to the full: to strain a rope. See more.
The cradle hold. This classic breastfeeding position requires you to cradle your baby's head with the crook of your arm. Sit in a chair that has supportive armrests or on a bed with lots of pillows. Rest your feet on a stool, coffee table, or other raised surface to avoid leaning down toward your baby.
Here are 10 tips from former breastfeeding mothers. 1  Make sure baby is ready to stop breastfeeding before you attempt to dry up milk supplies. By ready, I mean taking a bottle or cup.  Feed baby expressed pumped milk to relieve pressure on breasts.