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Constant Breast Feeding

brookeschraderbrookeschrader member
in May 2015 Moms
i feel like my little one is always hungry or am I using breastfeeding as a comfort tool? Does anyone let their baby cry it out when they want out of the crib or swing?
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Re: Constant Breast Feeding

  • Hawk&EyeHawk&Eye member
    I feed on demand. And like you, I have been wondering if I'm using it as a comforting tool too much. I wouldn't let baby cry it out in any situation this early in the game, but maybe try some different things. Baby might just need a position change, have gas, etc. But every time DS2 roots I'll feed. Also, make sure he has a full feed. I've had to get a wet wash cloth and wipe him down to keep him awake enough to finish!
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  • stargazer530stargazer530 member
    If you have questions I would ask your doc. My last was breastfeeding non-stop, and while they do go thru the cluster feeds and iy helps build your supply, my little one was not getting enough and was losing weight. I have always breastfed on demand. I don't let my babies cio, esp not a newborn.
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  • shelles423shelles423 member
    I had this problem and had to start pumping and giving her bottles to know how much she was getting. She just wasn't getting enough during feedings on just the Breast unless i nursed for 45 minutes at a time
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  • marijaa333marijaa333 member
    I currently breast feed and then supplement with pumped milk (and then pump). It takes forever but his capacity to transfer milk is getting better as he grows, so I hope we will turn a corner in a week or two.  We also had his tongue tie and upper lip tie treated yesterday to try to improve the situation. His latch is a bit better but not ideal, so we'll have to practice getting it right, now that his tongue can actually move around.

    Have you seen a certified lactation consultant? If not, I'd highly recommend it.
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  • saric83saric83 member
    Just wanted to add that as long as the baby is suckling, you're not being used as a pacifier.  One of our lactation specialists did say if he's just hanging out on the boob not sucking to remove him to protect my nipples.  But if baby is actually eating, it just sounds like cluster feeding, which can be pretty exhausting, but it usually doesn't last long and like PP said is just working to up your supply and demand.  
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  • Kendra322Kendra322 member
    My doctor told me that you can't spoil a newborn. If they're crying, it's for a reason. Even if the reason is just that they want to be held. My baby is nursing around the clock but he is gaining weight and healthy. I'd double check with your doctor first, but as long as baby is healthy, I'd give in to the newborn demands.
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  • sailaplaysailaplay member
    I agee with PPs. The first 3 months is often referred to as the 4th trimester. Being close to you is an incredibly important need - almost as important as eating and responding to that need is super important. Please don't let them cry if you can meet their needs. This is the time when they develop confidence in their environment.
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  • babygatorboy515babygatorboy515 member
    My son nurses pretty much all day. He'll occasionally fall asleep at the breast and sometimes pop off and stay asleep on the boppy. Other times I can transfer him to his mamaroo and he'll stay asleep for a bit. Most of the time he'll wake up and start eating all over. I never let him CIO. At nost, 5 min while I pee or change or try to get a snack if I'm home alone and have no one to do it for me. My question is, what do you all do when you're in the car and they wake up and start screaming. I can't exactly stop the car and hold him. Sometimes I feel terrible because we'll be 20 or 30min away from home and he just screams. Is this bad for him.
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  • marijaa333marijaa333 member
    babygatorboy515 said:
    My son nurses pretty much all day. He'll occasionally fall asleep at the breast and sometimes pop off and stay asleep on the boppy. Other times I can transfer him to his mamaroo and he'll stay asleep for a bit. Most of the time he'll wake up and start eating all over. I never let him CIO. At nost, 5 min while I pee or change or try to get a snack if I'm home alone and have no one to do it for me. My question is, what do you all do when you're in the car and they wake up and start screaming. I can't exactly stop the car and hold him. Sometimes I feel terrible because we'll be 20 or 30min away from home and he just screams. Is this bad for him.
    I've been basically stopping the car and holding him... This has aborted many a plan, and I realize it's unrealistic in the long run, but I have a really hard time listening to him screaming without doing anything. Perhaps I should be a bit more practical about it.
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  • CordeliaD87CordeliaD87 member
    babygatorboy515 said:

    My son nurses pretty much all day. He'll occasionally fall asleep at the breast and sometimes pop off and stay asleep on the boppy. Other times I can transfer him to his mamaroo and he'll stay asleep for a bit. Most of the time he'll wake up and start eating all over. I never let him CIO. At nost, 5 min while I pee or change or try to get a snack if I'm home alone and have no one to do it for me. My question is, what do you all do when you're in the car and they wake up and start screaming. I can't exactly stop the car and hold him. Sometimes I feel terrible because we'll be 20 or 30min away from home and he just screams. Is this bad for him.


    I resorted to giving a paci. When we are in the car, I, while driving, hold the paci in his mouth, let him grab my finger and sing to him. Usually soothes him within 1-2 min. Then I stop singing and letting him hold my finger until he holds the paci on his own. It takes skill and major concentration; however, we are super heroes, right?
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  • katyebluekatyeblue member
    We just started using a pacifier. This has helped space out feedings a little. I'm still feeding every 2 to 3 hours. Most babies like to pacify
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  • kat0217kat0217 member
    CordeliaD87 said:

    babygatorboy515 said:

    My son nurses pretty much all day. He'll occasionally fall asleep at the breast and sometimes pop off and stay asleep on the boppy. Other times I can transfer him to his mamaroo and he'll stay asleep for a bit. Most of the time he'll wake up and start eating all over. I never let him CIO. At nost, 5 min while I pee or change or try to get a snack if I'm home alone and have no one to do it for me. My question is, what do you all do when you're in the car and they wake up and start screaming. I can't exactly stop the car and hold him. Sometimes I feel terrible because we'll be 20 or 30min away from home and he just screams. Is this bad for him.


    I resorted to giving a paci. When we are in the car, I, while driving, hold the paci in his mouth, let him grab my finger and sing to him. Usually soothes him within 1-2 min. Then I stop singing and letting him hold my finger until he holds the paci on his own. It takes skill and major concentration; however, we are super heroes, right?
    How do you hold the paci in his mouth while you're driving? Is he not in the back seat?
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  • CordeliaD87CordeliaD87 member
    kat0217 said:

    CordeliaD87 said:

    babygatorboy515 said:

    My son nurses pretty much all day. He'll occasionally fall asleep at the breast and sometimes pop off and stay asleep on the boppy. Other times I can transfer him to his mamaroo and he'll stay asleep for a bit. Most of the time he'll wake up and start eating all over. I never let him CIO. At nost, 5 min while I pee or change or try to get a snack if I'm home alone and have no one to do it for me. My question is, what do you all do when you're in the car and they wake up and start screaming. I can't exactly stop the car and hold him. Sometimes I feel terrible because we'll be 20 or 30min away from home and he just screams. Is this bad for him.


    I resorted to giving a paci. When we are in the car, I, while driving, hold the paci in his mouth, let him grab my finger and sing to him. Usually soothes him within 1-2 min. Then I stop singing and letting him hold my finger until he holds the paci on his own. It takes skill and major concentration; however, we are super heroes, right?
    How do you hold the paci in his mouth while you're driving? Is he not in the back seat?
    Yes, he is in the middle of the back seat. I reach behind me, blindly, find the paci and put it in his mouth. He usually reaches forward for it. I didn't say it was easy. I realize it sounds difficult. But my number one priority is also maintaining a safe vehicle.
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  • babygatorboy515babygatorboy515 member
    I have had to stop the car a few times, but like you said, that isn't very practical. I just feel TERRIBLE listening to him scream, I almost hate getting out of the house because I feel like I'm torturing him. He pretty much refuses a pacifier, and we've tried a few. Every once in awhile I'm shocked that he'll take it, but not for more than 5 min.
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  • MrsS728MrsS728 member
    I feed on demand and will let her cry for a few minutes on her own in order to help her learn to self soothe. Some times she will settle herself, but I don't let her get the the point of out of control. We are pumping/bottle feeding with supplement, but she will nurse and often wants to at least 3-4 times a day. Usually her desire to nurse is a comfort thing, which I will oblige her. 
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