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chibipoe

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You had a problem with a fast let-down when you were BFing, right?  What did you do about it?  

Last time, I had supply issues and always had to supplement.  This time I have a ton of milk and it comes out FAST.  The poor little guy is flooded with milk as soon as he starts nursing!  A lot of times my milk lets down before he even latches on.  I'm glad I have enough milk for him, but he gets really fussy when he nurses and we always end up with milk everywhere.

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  • jen_and_tomjen_and_tom

    ::butting in::

     I had a fast let down too.  I think it was partially contributing to dd's stomach upset.  She was a good latcher right away though and just sort of became a speed eater.  Since the milk seems to be overwhelming him, do you think you could pump a few ounces before he eats or maybe hand express a bit into a nursing pad?  Or, if it's REALLY strong, wait for it to stop shooting out?!  What a nice problem for you to have this time around.  Your milk will regulate in a few weeks and he'll most likely become more confident with his latch.

    ::okay, butting out::

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  • chibipoechibipoe

    Ugg, that's almost as much of a pain as supply issues. It's really an oversupply issue and the only real solution is to wait it out and let your supply regulate itself. I found that pumping or hand express just a little bit before feeding was helpful but don't do it too often or it will make the problem worse. A lot of the same things you would do for engorgement help. One thing I've heard work is too pull baby off right after letdown and catch the milk with a towel (or a cup - why waste good stuff right) until it slows down a bit and then put baby back on.

    Hope that helps a little bit and I hope everything is going well with you guys. 

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  • IdahoGirlIdahoGirl

    :::butting in:::

    Coreen - I am SO thrilled to hear you say you aren't having supply issues this time (though it sounds like having a quick let down isn't so great either)....I know how hard you worked to get your supply up last time.

    ;::butting out:::

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