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First time mom getting discouraged
My DS is 2 weeks old. He had some jaundice issues to begin with so we were giving him some formula after breastfeeding just to make sure he was getting enough.
The jaundice has pretty much gone away at this point but it doesn't seem to matter how long I breastfeed him for, he usually is still acting pretty hungary and will take at least 2 oz after I feed him. At nigh it seems to be worse, and even if I feed him he'll sometime take almost 4oz. I know babies cluster feed at night, but I just don't want him to go hungary.
I would really like to be able to get rid of the the bottle though and just breastfeed. Does anyone have any suggestions or experience?
Thanks!
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Re: First time mom getting discouraged
I'm glad the jaundice is better. Our LO had to be hospitalized. It sucked.
Definately talk to a LC. I would stop supplementing or you are going to kill your supply. My guess is that is what hurt me, supplementing because that is what was recommended to help the jaundice. Nurse him until he's done. If he doesn't seem satisfied, switch him to the other side. You should start producing more once you do that. The more he eats, the more you are telling your body you need more milk. It shouldn't take long to fix.
newborns often seem hungry all the time, this is to build up your supply. Mine wanted to eat literally every hour on the hour. stop supplementing as I've read most babies will take additional food if offered, even if they don't need it. Let your supply build up.
but most of all, do speak to an LC. there is a free service provided by La Leche League. www.llli.org and find your area. there will be a list of real people to call who can give you lots of help.