I just found out that the hospital where I will deliver is certified "baby-friendly." I am a FTM who is FF by choice from Day 1. Wondering how this will go for me--if I need FF documented in my file or something, if I will be harrassed by LCs. Any experiences to share?
Re: Anyone delivered in a "baby-friendly" hospital?
This time I plan to be firm from the beginning and say I'm formula feeding. I'm bringing my own 2oz pre made bottles so there are no hassles. My Son is healthy and happy and he was formula fed from day one. I know I'm doing the right thing for my situation.
Samuel Jacob
Due 2/16/17
I delivered at a baby friendly hospital, and there was some pressure to breast feed. Although I initially did want to breastfeed, I wasn't producing enough milk so I was asked to supplement with formula at the hospital. I did feel like they were super pushy about meeting with the LC to try and increase my supply. At one point the LC literally started "milking" me, which was wayyy too much. At the end of the day, it's your body and your baby, and as long as your baby is getting the nutrition that he/she needs, it's no one else's business how you want to raise/feed your baby.
When I finally decided to stop trying to breastfeed it was a super emotional and stressful thing that really took away from my joy of being a new mom, and I think part of that was due to all the societal pressures to breastfeed. I applaud those who make the choice to breastfeed, and are able to make it work for them, but there is nothing wrong with formula feeding, and no mother should be made to feel bad/guilty about choosing formula. Just be clear about the choice that your making and don't let anyone try and make that decision for you.
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