So I called the Lactation Consultant.

DollyPants

I think if I didn't talk to her and give it one last shot, I'd regret it.  I need to get with it and really work on my supply and getting her to eat longer.

She said that it sounds like Ava is on a nursing strike.  She suggested putting Karo Syrup on the nipple to "make it more like a lollipop" to have her eat longer.  She said always put her to the breast first, and       pump pump pump.  Drink dark beer, red raspberry tea, and maybe even try and nurse her in the bath.

She also sent me a hand out about getting your supply with a pump.  

 

* deep breath*  Here we go.

vmm0016

Good luck!

BrittKav

You can do it!

datan

Good luck!  I hope it comes back for you!

MrsCarroll.6-10-07

Have you stopped at the BFing board to get suggestions there too? I know a lot of them swear by the lactation cookies to help with supply. Or just eating oatmeal and tons of water along with everything else you're doing.

I know how supply issues can suck, so I hope you get through it!!! GL!!

hriesen4

GL!

That's a pretty great excuse for a dark beer!  Make DH take you out for a "support" date.

LSzwaya

Good luck Mama! You CAN do it!