Yup, definitely feel like my world is all about feedings, especially lately. The one thing I'm super happy about is that he doesn't have any issues with the bottle. I've only taken advantage of my new freedom once thus far. I was planning to do some "me" shopping this weekend but I forgot that my husband will be doing his annual golf weekend getaway with the guys, womp womp. I guess Damien will be coming along!
It's still a little hit or miss when it comes to BFing Damien. Before bed he nursed for a long time but he wasn't actually nursing (for most of it). I ended up feeding him 2.5oz of BM in a bottle. We jusg finished another feeding and he nursed from my breast just fine. He did fuss a bit before latching but nothing that couldn't be handled.
I knew it would be wise to pump afterwards to keep increasing my stock and my husband, who was passed out on the couch asked if I really wanted to pump. Uhhhh not really, I'd rather be sleeping!
My LC said the typical daily production is about 750 ml which is about 25oz so it sounds like you're doing great. I'm no expert, just passing that along : )
Hi well i get up at 4:30 am for the first pump of the day and i get 7oz from the right and I let the left one for my baby because right before i leave for work at 6:00am he feeds. Then I arrive at work at about 7:30 am. At work I have 3 pumping sessions during the day of 20min each. During the whole day at work i get about 17 oz. Then I arrive about 6pm to my home and i breastfeed him. If he doesnt feed from both breast I usually pump the other one before I go to bed and Also during the night he gets up about once or twice. So aprox. I get about 24 oz or more during the whole day.
@jennjebaby this sounds very similar to me.. I feed my LO in the morning and then pump both sides (usually get about 8oz), then pump 2-3 times at work, come home and BF twice before bed. I get anywhere from 17oz-21oz a day pumping.
Such a frustrating day. Damien has only eaten 2.5oz since 5am and that was from a bottle because by hour 6 I gave up trying to breastfeed him. Since then he refuses the breast and bottle. On top of that, he won't nap longer than 10min. Joy of joys.
He isn't sick or congested and I haven't eaten anything different. I'm at my wits end today. Lately getting him to nurse is so difficult. He would eventually nurse but not before alternating between the breast and my finger for about 20mins. Just so exhausted and stressed/worried.
Such a frustrating day. Damien has only eaten 2.5oz since 5am and that was from a bottle because by hour 6 I gave up trying to breastfeed him. Since then he refuses the breast and bottle. On top of that, he won't nap longer than 10min. Joy of joys.
He isn't sick or congested and I haven't eaten anything different. I'm at my wits end today. Lately getting him to nurse is so difficult. He would eventually nurse but not before alternating between the breast and my finger for about 20mins. Just so exhausted and stressed/worried.
Have to tried the nipple sheild to fool him to thinking its a bottle? Maybe he's going through a fussy period/wonder week?
Such a frustrating day. Damien has only eaten 2.5oz since 5am and that was from a bottle because by hour 6 I gave up trying to breastfeed him. Since then he refuses the breast and bottle. On top of that, he won't nap longer than 10min. Joy of joys.
He isn't sick or congested and I haven't eaten anything different. I'm at my wits end today. Lately getting him to nurse is so difficult. He would eventually nurse but not before alternating between the breast and my finger for about 20mins. Just so exhausted and stressed/worried.
Have to tried the nipple sheild to fool him to thinking its a bottle? Maybe he's going through a fussy period/wonder week?
Yea, unfortunately he wasn't interested in that either. All I can do is keep trying everything and hope something works.
QUESTION: Is it too late to up my supply at this point?
BACKGROUND: So DS started off doing awesome. He was latching and gaining and being generally amazing, but at about 4-5 weeks he started to have reflux issues. I took him to the pedi two separate times (not his normal one but another in the practice), and she told me he was fine. Then yesterday at his 2month, the doc agreed that he wasn't gaining enough and prescribed baby zantac. Today it's like I have a different son! The fussiness is completely gone along with the thrashing and spit up. I'm left with a smiling babe! It's heavenly.
However, he keeps wanting more food (stays latched and this is when I alternate breasts when before he would just do one per feeding). I think he wasn't eating as much because he constantly had an upset stomach, and now i'm not making enough to handle his demand at 9weeks pp. Anyone in a similar situation? Should I just keep alternating breasts to increase demand and supply? Is it likely to work at this point?
I believe you're already doing exactly what you need to up your supply. Keep him on the breast longer to create the demand for your body to produce more. There are also all sorts of products to help up your milk supply. If it makes you feel better or you think you need it give one of the teas, cookies, or shakes a try.
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QUESTION: Is it too late to up my supply at this point?
BACKGROUND: So DS started off doing awesome. He was latching and gaining and being generally amazing, but at about 4-5 weeks he started to have reflux issues. I took him to the pedi two separate times (not his normal one but another in the practice), and she told me he was fine. Then yesterday at his 2month, the doc agreed that he wasn't gaining enough and prescribed baby zantac. Today it's like I have a different son! The fussiness is completely gone along with the thrashing and spit up. I'm left with a smiling babe! It's heavenly.
However, he keeps wanting more food (stays latched and this is when I alternate breasts when before he would just do one per feeding). I think he wasn't eating as much because he constantly had an upset stomach, and now i'm not making enough to handle his demand at 9weeks pp. Anyone in a similar situation? Should I just keep alternating breasts to increase demand and supply? Is it likely to work at this point?
Yes, just keep it up! Our bodies work by supply and demand. The more you nurse the more you make because when the breast is empty it produces milk faster. As our babies get bigger they will drink more per meal cause there tummies grow so we actually produce more and don't realize it unless we were to stop cold turkey.
I'm in a BFing FB group and they recommend "power pumping" to up supply... Apparently it mimics cluster feeding. I Haven't tried it yet but apparently it works!
I'm in a BFing FB group and they recommend "power pumping" to up supply... Apparently it mimics cluster feeding. I Haven't tried it yet but apparently it works!
How many sessions are you supposed to do in a day?
I believe you're already doing exactly what you need to up your supply. Keep him on the breast longer to create the demand for your body to produce more. There are also all sorts of products to help up your milk supply. If it makes you feel better or you think you need it give one of the teas, cookies, or shakes a try.
Unfortunately I am allergic to milkthistle (anaphylaxis) which is in a lot of those products. It's apparently in the same family as ragweed--for all those ladies with serious ragweed allergies.
I also tried fenugreek and flaxseed at the same time and DS had a HORRIBLE night after, causing me to fear both. I eat oatmeal every day, though. :-) I've been experimenting with different toppings and my current favorite is peanut butter and jelly. Any other herbs that worked for you guys?
I'm in a BFing FB group and they recommend "power pumping" to up supply... Apparently it mimics cluster feeding. I Haven't tried it yet but apparently it works!
How many sessions are you supposed to do in a day?
I'm in a BFing FB group and they recommend "power pumping" to up supply... Apparently it mimics cluster feeding. I Haven't tried it yet but apparently it works!
How many sessions are you supposed to do in a day?
Idk why but the past few days Preston does not want to nurse to sleep. He'll eat till full then spit me out and cry for the pacifier. I keep trying to relatch him but he starts hitting me, arching and turning away. Makes me feel really crappy that he'd rather have a piece of plastic over me. And of course dh doesn't get it and just says "who cares? Just give him what it takes to calm down"
Idk why but the past few days Preston does not want to nurse to sleep. He'll eat till full then spit me out and cry for the pacifier. I keep trying to relatch him but he starts hitting me, arching and turning away. Makes me feel really crappy that he'd rather have a piece of plastic over me. And of course dh doesn't get it and just says "who cares? Just give him what it takes to calm down"
That must be so frustrating I'm sorry! Men just don't understand BFing! The other day was tough because Savannah was eating so much and DH looks at me and says "do you want me to go buy formula?". I lost my shit! I get that he is trying to help but seriously? First step might be a bottle of BM from the fridge...
Idk why but the past few days Preston does not want to nurse to sleep. He'll eat till full then spit me out and cry for the pacifier. I keep trying to relatch him but he starts hitting me, arching and turning away. Makes me feel really crappy that he'd rather have a piece of plastic over me. And of course dh doesn't get it and just says "who cares? Just give him what it takes to calm down"
Yea, my husband had a hard time initially understanding why I was a bit heartbroken over Damien's breast refusal. Hopefully it is just a temporary change for Preston and he will be back to nursing to sleep again sooner rather than later.
@adiaz132003, one of my twins is like that. Once he's done nursing, he'll unlatch and start to fuss until I give him his pacifier. Sometimes he'll nurse again a few minutes later, but many times he just wants the pacifier and will get angry if he keeps getting milk. The other twin will have nothing to do with pacifiers. Of course, both boys only fall asleep while nursing about half the time. The other times, they're just wide awake after nursing. They're not great nappers.
Idk why but the past few days Preston does not want to nurse to sleep. He'll eat till full then spit me out and cry for the pacifier. I keep trying to relatch him but he starts hitting me, arching and turning away. Makes me feel really crappy that he'd rather have a piece of plastic over me. And of course dh doesn't get it and just says "who cares? Just give him what it takes to calm down"
He's probably full. At this point he's probably more efficient at taking the milk quickly, and if he continues to suck he's learned that he'll get more milk than he needs and a belly ache. Take it as a sign that he's maturing and learning how own needs and how to soothe himself. These are valuable skills and you should be proud of your little man rather than feel dejected. He still needs you. Promise.
So I am sicker than a dog and am considering taking NyQuil tonight... If I pump and dump in the morning will that be sufficient? We generally do breast milk through a bottle, but I try to feed him from the breast at least once a day. I guess my question is, does the stuff that gets through to the breast milk store up overnight or is it the point in time you are feeding/pumping?? I need to start feeling better i have had a fever with my cold now since Thursday and the crazy coughing has kicked in... Ugh
Decided against it... Supposedly one of the ingredients can decrease supply. Menthol can as well so I went out and bought some different throat drops... Just suffering through and taking Tylenol for the fever and sore throat.
Does anyone else use their boobs as the solution for everything when they're out in public with LO? We went to my family's bbq today and one of my brothers was asking why our LO doesn't cry. She does cry, but I realized that when we're out in public, whether she's hungry or just tired and fussy, putting her on the breast solves all problems! She can eat, just suck, or do both until she passes out if she's tired, it's great. Otherwise she'd have trouble going to sleep with all the noise. I'm not overusing it in purpose, I just never know what she wants when we're out of our home environment.
Does anyone else use their boobs as the solution for everything when they're out in public with LO? We went to my family's bbq today and one of my brothers was asking why our LO doesn't cry. She does cry, but I realized that when we're out in public, whether she's hungry or just tired and fussy, putting her on the breast solves all problems! She can eat, just suck, or do both until she passes out if she's tired, it's great. Otherwise she'd have trouble going to sleep with all the noise. I'm not overusing it in purpose, I just never know what she wants when we're out of our home environment.
I feel like I should use them more. Lol if it works I say go for it. I sometimes feel bad cause ill forget to feed him but he never gives me cues!
Does anyone else use their boobs as the solution for everything when they're out in public with LO? We went to my family's bbq today and one of my brothers was asking why our LO doesn't cry. She does cry, but I realized that when we're out in public, whether she's hungry or just tired and fussy, putting her on the breast solves all problems! She can eat, just suck, or do both until she passes out if she's tired, it's great. Otherwise she'd have trouble going to sleep with all the noise. I'm not overusing it in purpose, I just never know what she wants when we're out of our home environment.
I feel like I should use them more. Lol if it works I say go for it. I sometimes feel bad cause ill forget to feed him but he never gives me cues!
Since Damien rarely takes the boob anymore, I am stuck with using the pacifier, walking/rocking him, or giving him my finger. None of those options work overly well when we are in public tho.
Does anyone else use their boobs as the solution for everything when they're out in public with LO? We went to my family's bbq today and one of my brothers was asking why our LO doesn't cry. She does cry, but I realized that when we're out in public, whether she's hungry or just tired and fussy, putting her on the breast solves all problems! She can eat, just suck, or do both until she passes out if she's tired, it's great. Otherwise she'd have trouble going to sleep with all the noise. I'm not overusing it in purpose, I just never know what she wants when we're out of our home environment.
This is me to a T but I do it at home too. All these moms getting their babies to fall asleep on their own and I nurse my LO to sleep for every nap and bedtime. I feel like their are some sucky things about nursing so I'm going to use all the perks to my advantage as long as they are working. I feel like it's my magic mommy power
How often are everyone's LOs eating at this point? DS turned 12 weeks on Sunday, and suddenly this long weekend he started going 3 - 4 hours between feedings during the day. We're changing his diapers less now that he's not pooping nearly as often, but he does still soak at least 5 diapers a day. The long gaps are just a little unsettling
Me: 32 DH: 31 *The old lady by 5 whole weeks* Married: 11/2013 M: 6/2016 E: 5/2018
How often are everyone's LOs eating at this point? DS turned 12 weeks on Sunday, and suddenly this long weekend he started going 3 - 4 hours between feedings during the day. We're changing his diapers less now that he's not pooping nearly as often, but he does still soak at least 5 diapers a day. The long gaps are just a little unsettling
My LO turned 12 weeks today and is also doing the same thing. She gets bottled breast milk at my in laws and takes 4 oz at a time, which I think is more than she takes from me, so she'll go 4 hours between some feeds there. I agree it's unsettling but I don't imagine they're letting her starve. Maybe after a while, as they get more efficient at eating and they're stomachs get bigger, they eat more at one time?
I think it's totally normal that the feedings are getting more spaced out. We're right around 3 hours right now and LO used to nurse nearly every hour. She turned 3 months yesterday. They get more efficient as they get older. As long as baby's gaining wait and not fussing like she's hungry then I think it's perfectly normal.
My LO is a snacker she wants to nurse very frequently like every 1--1.5 hrs when awake but only for like 5 mins. The only time I can get her to nurse for a long time is when she's falling asleep it's frustrating.
My LO is a snacker she wants to nurse very frequently like every 1--1.5 hrs when awake but only for like 5 mins. The only time I can get her to nurse for a long time is when she's falling asleep it's frustrating.
Same boat. My baby wants every two hours, sometimes more frequently, particularly when we are out in public. It's a good thing I'm comfortable with getting my boob out in public!
My LO is a snacker she wants to nurse very frequently like every 1--1.5 hrs when awake but only for like 5 mins. The only time I can get her to nurse for a long time is when she's falling asleep it's frustrating.
Same boat. My baby wants every two hours, sometimes more frequently, particularly when we are out in public. It's a good thing I'm comfortable with getting my boob out in public!
Yup my LO is still eating every 2 hours.. But for 15-30 minutes. Seriously wondering when I'll get a longer gap!
So on wednesday i got really sick. I mean a high fever, chills, vomiting the whole thing. I was like this until saturday. Now today Im back at work and I can see that my milk has decrease . By noon i used to have 20oz already and today I only have 15oz
@jennjebaby It's probably mostly dehydration. Staying hydrated is the #1 most important thing for making more milk. I would say just keep at the water and pumping, and you should hopefully see a turn around. Hope you're feeling better now!
Me: 32 DH: 31 *The old lady by 5 whole weeks* Married: 11/2013 M: 6/2016 E: 5/2018
Re: Breastfeeding Support
I knew it would be wise to pump afterwards to keep increasing my stock and my husband, who was passed out on the couch asked if I really wanted to pump. Uhhhh not really, I'd rather be sleeping!
He isn't sick or congested and I haven't eaten anything different. I'm at my wits end today. Lately getting him to nurse is so difficult. He would eventually nurse but not before alternating between the breast and my finger for about 20mins. Just so exhausted and stressed/worried.
BACKGROUND: So DS started off doing awesome. He was latching and gaining and being generally amazing, but at about 4-5 weeks he started to have reflux issues. I took him to the pedi two separate times (not his normal one but another in the practice), and she told me he was fine. Then yesterday at his 2month, the doc agreed that he wasn't gaining enough and prescribed baby zantac. Today it's like I have a different son! The fussiness is completely gone along with the thrashing and spit up. I'm left with a smiling babe! It's heavenly.
However, he keeps wanting more food (stays latched and this is when I alternate breasts when before he would just do one per feeding). I think he wasn't eating as much because he constantly had an upset stomach, and now i'm not making enough to handle his demand at 9weeks pp. Anyone in a similar situation? Should I just keep alternating breasts to increase demand and supply? Is it likely to work at this point?
Baby #2 Due 3/7/20
I also tried fenugreek and flaxseed at the same time and DS had a HORRIBLE night after, causing me to fear both. I eat oatmeal every day, though. :-) I've been experimenting with different toppings and my current favorite is peanut butter and jelly. Any other herbs that worked for you guys?
Baby #2 Due 3/7/20
Baby #2 Due 3/7/20
Edited because Swype sucks.
She does cry, but I realized that when we're out in public, whether she's hungry or just tired and fussy, putting her on the breast solves all problems! She can eat, just suck, or do both until she passes out if she's tired, it's great. Otherwise she'd have trouble going to sleep with all the noise. I'm not overusing it in purpose, I just never know what she wants when we're out of our home environment.
Married: 11/2013
M: 6/2016 E: 5/2018
Baby #2 Due 3/7/20
Married: 11/2013
M: 6/2016 E: 5/2018