The phrase "cross cradle" refers to a proper way of holding a baby during breastfeeding. It involves positioning the baby across your body with their head in the opposite arm, creating a cradle-like hold. Full definition
When I had my son I used a combination of cross cradle hold and laid back breastfeeding from the beginning and it was much easier. (breastfeedingneeds.com)
You may opt for traditional positions such as cross cradle or football hold, while some moms get wild and breastfeeding upside down and in all sorts of other interesting positions. (lovingmomentsbras.com)
I like cross cradle for the first few feeds. (thebirthguy.com)