I was certain that nursing my little ones would happen effortlessly, but it didn't. Even after my second, at which point I was a doula supporting many women through the first hours and days of latching, I still had challenges. There can be many factors that challenge the whole process; assisted or medicated births, postpartum fatigue, etc., but here are a handful of tips that helped me achieve breastfeeding success and I hope they help you too.