Ellie - lying down is not good cause you can't see them. Sit up in an armchair - best way to see and support bubs xxx
dara - you don't need to use the shells to prepare for feeding, though they can be handy to collect milk when out and about once you're feeding!
I'm sure Claire will shed more light on it!!! Hahaha am lovin this thread now
Off to go look at mumsnet, and mibbe log on and say hello
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