? for those not breast feeding

MamaMiccichi

I choose to not Breast Feed, I know that I will have to go through a period of waiting before all is dried up, wondering what I should get in preparation? I've heard a tight fitting sports bra (have a couple of those), but should I get some nursing pads to help with any leakage?

It's been a loooooong time since I had my Daughter (I BF her for about 2 weeks then stopped) and I don't remember what I did then.

 Thank you for your nice responses in advance   

Dolls2011

I am a FTM, so I don't have any personal experience yet, but am choosing not to breastfeed and was told by my doctor to wear a sports bra as much as possible to help. And yes, she said I may need nursing pads for at least a week because there would still be leaking.

PS... I like how you added the "nice responses" part at the end there. I've learned in making the decision to formula feed that some people can be very harsh and rude when you tell them your decision.

mkanderson85

Sudafed is supposed to help.

acesup

i wore a sturdy sports bra. i had nursing pads but i actually never leaked. but you should definitely have them on hand. also, do not let hot water run on your boobs in the shower - ive heard it helps produce milk lol. 

SunnyMuffin

https://www.earthmamaangelbaby.com/breastfeeding-support/no-more-milk-tea.html

amazon has it too 

ToAoShesha

I read peppermint will dry up milk supply...

MamaMiccichi

Thanks a bunch ladies! Just what I was looking for! Good luck to aloof you! 

MamaMiccichi

Dolls2011:

I am a FTM, so I don't have any personal experience yet, but am choosing not to breastfeed and was told by my doctor to wear a sports bra as much as possible to help. And yes, she said I may need nursing pads for at least a week because there would still be leaking. PS... I like how you added the "nice responses" part at the end there. I've learned in making the decision to formula feed that some people can be very harsh and rude when you tell them your decision.

 

i agree, I understand all sides but am free to choose the one I'm on.  As long as you are comfortable and the baby is healthy and happy that's all that matters!  

MrsJ723

nola78:

Tight sports bras, don't express the milk at all, avoid hot showers directly on your breasts, and cabbage leaves to help with engorgement.

This. The cabbage seems odd, but it does work. 

Angela814

I've heard that cabbage leaves help dry you out faster. You put them directly in your bra.

MamaMiccichi

Well this should be an odd shopping list:

sports bra

nursing pads

cabbage!

 lol!  I keep hearing it works, so will certainly put it on the list!   

pamelaam2468

I also wrapped myself tightly in an ace bandage and put the sports bra on over that. It helped with the pain a lot!