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Would you give up breastfeeding...
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if it meant you could stop the non-stop bleeding (13 weeks and counting)?
This is what my OB posed today. How on earth is that a solution??!?! She said I could go on regular BCP and stop BFing. Um, no and no. I am SO freaking disappointed that she would even ask that. I adore her in every other way and that comment really shocked me. I know she was just giving me all my options, but still....
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Re: Would you give up breastfeeding...
Honestly? ?No, I wouldn't. ?I bled for a long time, too (I don't remember how long, but I had issues with losing way too much blood during delivery, and I continued to bleed for a while after she was born). ?It does suck. ?I've also had three bouts of mastitis and innumerable plugged ducts, plus low supply issues twice, and I am still nursing and have been exclusively (meaning no formula at all) since day 1. ?And I plan on continuing for quite a while. ?So, I have persisted through all that and would be the first to say no, I would not quit nursing to stop the bleeding. ?Charlotte and I both love nursing way too much! ?
That sucks that she suggested that. ?I can't believe that would be the only option. ?If you and Finley are happy with nursing and you are okay with bleeding to save that relationship, I say screw what she says and continue! ?My ob/gyn's nurse (who is new and who I already don't like because of this) told me this last time I had mastitis that I should start weaning because Char is nearing a year. ?Umm. ?Really? ?The AAP recommends nursing AT LEAST until a year and beyond if the relationship is going well for the mother and baby. ?So, yeah, NO. ?I'm with you.
I would venture to guess, in my non-medical opinion, that your hormones will eventually even out and you won't have to give up BF'ing to stop bleeding. ?I would keep going if it makes you happy. ?If it's a hassle, then I would stop. ?Does that make sense? ?
No, I would not, especially knowing what I know now. BFing has only gotten more rewarding and enjoyable as Natalie has gotten older. She is able to communicate how much she enjoys it and is comforted by it, whereas when she was younger, it was mostly a means of nutrition.
It totally sucks that you are bleeding still. I would definitely get a second opinion. I love my OB and would recommend her in a heartbeat if you want her info.
Any OB recs would be appreciated.
They took more blood today and did a pap, so hopefully that will provide some answers, but I am not holding my breath. I am not going to give up breastfeeding for something that is just a discomfort/annoyance, that is for darn sure!
So Tasty, So Yummy
Dr. Patrice Firpo at OGA
7900 Fannin (next to Woman's Hospital), 713.512.7000
Or Dr Ivonne Smith at OGA
Greater Houston ObGyn (but I think it is a trek for you) at Mem City. 713-935-9791.
I see Dr. Gogola there (male), but there are three great females in the practice as well.
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Yes, she is great too! I saw her a couple times while Dr. Firpo was out on maternity leave.
Have you consulted a TCM practitioner? Acupuncture tends to bring things into balance naturally. I can recommend someone and you could call to see if this is something she thinks can be helped by it. Western medicine relies on drugs or surgery for treatment, but if there is a way to avoid those things AND get results, all the better.
I agree with all of these other ladies. I would not give up breastfeeding because of the bleeding but, it's also not my body and the bleeding could be taking a lot out of you too.
That said... if you are enjoying breastfeeding then you need to continue it. It's good for you and it's good for Finley!
But like the others... I enjoyed breastfeeding and loved that bonding with my son. I miss it.