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October 2014 Moms
Breastfeeding Links & Talk
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Re: Breastfeeding Links & Talk
Is the milk I pumped before starting treatment okay to freeze and use?
Since I'm taking medication that is excreted in the milk should I not freeze what I pump to use later?
From LLL:
"A breastfed baby's frequency of feeding will vary according to the mother's milk supply and storage capacity, as well as baby's developmental needs. Growth spurts and illnesses can temporarily change a baby's feeding patterns. Studies show that breastfeeding babies fed on cue will settle into a pattern that suits their own unique situation. In addition, the caloric intake of a breastfed baby increases toward the end of the feeding, so putting arbitrary limits on the frequency or duration of feedings may lead to inadequate caloric intake."
Do I need to sanitize the nipple shield, pump parts, and paci every time they are used or is washing with soap and water after every use and sanitizing once a day okay?
------ Soap and water are fine *while* you're treating for thrush (though sanitizing frequently is helpful). Once you're done with the nystatin regimen or whatever you're using, sanitize everything.------
Is the milk I pumped before starting treatment okay to freeze and use?
------ Again, *while* you're treating for thrush, it's totally fine to use the milk you pumped while you've had thrush. It's not been extensively studied, but it is conceivable that although freezing deactivates yeast, it could reactivate and reinfect a baby after treatment. But as long as you're treating yourself and baby, it's safe to use. Rather than throwing away milk pumped when you have thrush, labeling it as such and freezing it to use in case you have thrush again is recommended. ------
Since I'm taking medication that is excreted in the milk should I not freeze what I pump to use later?
------ You can definitely freeze and use it. That medication won't harm baby. ------
Here's some more info:
https://kellymom.com/bf/concerns/child/thrush-expressed-milk/
I wish this were true for us... everytime I do this, I wind up with a baby that doesn't gain weight.
((Hugs)) I hope you can find an answer very soon, Keely! Whether it's a milk transfer issue, some other issue, or not an issue at all (LO perfectly healthy and this is just his way of growing). FX for you and your LO! We're here to support and encourage you as you search for the answer.
Here's the number for the infant risk center at TTU in case you want to verify: (806) 352-2519
Stay healthy!!!
DD born Oct 2014 via C-Section (footling breech)
Baby #2 (AND #3...SURPRISE!) Due Nov 17, 2016. Found out it was twins at 18+5!
DD born Oct 2014 via C-Section (footling breech)
Baby #2 (AND #3...SURPRISE!) Due Nov 17, 2016. Found out it was twins at 18+5!
DD born Oct 2014 via C-Section (footling breech)
Baby #2 (AND #3...SURPRISE!) Due Nov 17, 2016. Found out it was twins at 18+5!
I've been so fortunate that no one has ever said anything to me, and I nurse without a cover. And baby is nursing 95% of the time. My husband did say once that when were at PT for his ankle, he had to go up to the front to get something and he heard an old lady at the desk say to the receptionist; "and she was breastfeeding! Without a blanket or anything!" He said he had to try very hard to keep a straight face because he knew she was talking about me (nursing E in the PT room).
Please don't be discouraged about feeding your baby in public. You're nurturing, nourishing, and comforting your child in the most beautiful and natural way. Elf anyone who says otherwise!!!
Married 10/06
Baby Girl "C" arrived on 10/07/14 (39 weeks, 6 days)
@keelyd You are doing such a great job. Keep up the good work! And remember that any breastmilk you're able to give LO is such a great gift.
@KelliRR It's interesting that LO wakes for diapers but doesn't usually want to nurse. Maybe offering to nurse in the middle of the night waking a would actually help him sleep longer. A full tummy might make a wet diaper less of a big deal.
Personally I would be really upset not to let my baby eat if he was still hungry just bc it seems like a lot. Sometimes we are really hungry too. My baby has developed a really sad, high pitched cry when he's still hungry. I'll try taking the bottle out and seeing his reaction every ounce or so (after like 3oz) but if he cries that cry I let him eat. And if babies eat 2-3 oz every 2 hours then that could potentially equal 15 oz.
I would definitely plan, like PP suggested, to pump before and after work, and add an evening pumping session so that you get the milk you need.
@cantisa as for pumping on the way, I live maybe 5 minutes from work. I have been just feeding dd before I leave to try and stretch it until I can get to my supper break (if I even get one).
Maybe something like that could work for you while you wait to start your new job. And I might go in to your new job making it clear that you need to pump for your baby, so that from day one everyone knows you'll be needing 3 pumping sessions each day, and expects you to take the breaks.
I am going to be sure to bring it up on the first day of my new job this Friday. Hopefully they will work it out with me considering I'm moving to women's health.
BUT - do not feel guilty for taking the reasonable breaks you need to provide for your child. You're not doing anything wrong or being selfish. It's on the employer to make the accommodations for pumping mothers work for everyone in the workplace, so if it's a burden upon your coworkers, they need to ask your employer to somehow ease their load.
ETA: I put breastmilk on my nipples to soothe them in place of nipple butter.
My question: Should I be more diligent about bottle feeding to prepare him for what's to come? He was getting one bottle a week, max. Should I start giving him a bottle a day instead to be sure he gets used to it, even though he hadn't had problems taking one before?