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in November 2012 Moms
So the last thing I expected at Benjamin's 4 month appt was that he gained less than a pound in the last 2 months. I'm devastated. Pedi said obviously my body just isn't making enough for him. Wants me to keep BF but to supplement with formula. Asked me how much I get when I pump and I told him only an ounce or two. So I need to offer him 4 ounces after each feeding.
I feel terrible. I feel like I can't give my son what he needs. I worry that he's been hungry for the last 2 months.
I know with some time I'll feel better about this and I know I have to do what he needs. I'm just so dissapointed in myself.
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  • GargitaGargita member

    First, I'm sorry to hear about your rough visit.  I know I can't say anything to make you feel better, but don't be hard on yourself.  Any amount of BM you can give him is good!  

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    Thank you. Yes I will be BF and after will offer a 5 oz bottle of formula. My sister suggested mothers milk tea to see if I can stimulate more milk production. I guess a few ounces of BM at each feeding is better than nothing. I'm just so shocked. He look
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  • CandaceLeighCandaceLeigh member

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    Thank you. Yes I will be BF and after will offer a 5 oz bottle of formula. My sister suggested mothers milk tea t


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  • auburnbride2beauburnbride2be member
    Try not to be so hard on yourself. It is disappointing bc it isn't how you wanted/planned to do things, but it is definitely not your fault. Just know that no matter what, you've done your best and your baby will be happy and healthy in the end. Keep your
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  • Jenner37Jenner37 member
    I'm sorry you're going through this but like everyone else said it is not your fault and don't beat yourself up. Candace gave really good advice and if you're not ready to give up BFing just do your best to work on boosting your supply and letting him nur
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  • kbl13kbl13 member
    I'm so sorry that you had a rough visit, but try not to be so hard on yourself. You are a great mom and any amount of bm LO gets from you is beneficial. ::hugs::
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  • jg1011jg1011 member

    I feel for you. I can't even imagine. I wanted to BF but Hurricane Sandy along with V's NICU stay kind of stole that from me. So I do get the level of disappointment. I will say prayers that your supply gets better. Hugs to you!

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  • ZoeMay06ZoeMay06 member

    Aw mama, big hugs. I'm p!ssed on your behalf that your pedi said that to you. How does he (I'm assuming a he) know your body isn't making enough? Did he show you the growth chart and your LO's growth curve? Kalista only gained a little bit between her

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    Aw mama, big hugs. I'm p!ssed on your behalf that your pedi said that to you. How does he I'm assuming a he know your bod
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    Big big hugs mama! This is not your fault. I'm so sorry you're feeling crappy.
    You're a great mom, and don't ever doubt that
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  • rachael_c26rachael_c26 member

    (((((Big Hugs)))))

    This is NOT your fault and there is nothing to be disappointed in yourself about.

    You *are* giving your son what he needs. Babies all the time aren't being taken to their check ups and these sorts of hiccups would go

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  • LovinLife0710LovinLife0710 member

    )))))BIG HUGS(((((

    Everyone else has pretty much said what I would say. You are doing great. It's not your fault. Hang in there mamma!! Baby boy will get what he needs and he will be happy because he has you for a mom :)

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    Big Hugs
    This is NOT your fault and there is nothing to be disappointed in yourself about.
    You are giving
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  • kerrigrooveskerrigrooves member

    Try not to be too hard on yourself...I had the same thing happen and while it was really hard at first, I came to the conclusion (over time) that I was just happy to give breastmilk with the formula and know that she's getting some!

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  • MissHoppyMissHoppy member

    I don't post here a lot, but just wanted to offer sympathy.  I had to supplement around 2-6 weeks.  I bawled when the pediatrician walked in the room with formula.  For us, they said it was a milk transfer issue, but my supply was a litt

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