Should I research formulas if I plan to BF?

pinktorridora · June 2015

The other day, DH mentioned we might want to have some formula at the house "just in case". In true 3rd trimester fashion, I was so offended! But I think maybe I am just being stubborn bc both DH and I want BFing to work out so badly, I refuse to have a backup plan. I feel like I would jinx myself or something. Am I being irrational? Or does it make sense to keep our eye on the prize and only entertain the idea of formula if BFing fails miserably?

AziaNick · June 2015

I would do some research. You never know what will happen. I understand you want to breastfeed, I really want to too BUT you can still give your baby breast milk and also formula

I would get some just in case and you can always return it if you end up breastfeeding for a long period of time

(of course not opened ones)

lindsaypkelly · June 2015

I have a lot of samples I've collected over the past few months. I figure that should be enough to sooth a hungry baby for long enough to re-group if for some reason the boob just isn't working.

manda82585 · June 2015

I have a few samples I received. I definitely won't be buying any formula. I didn't last time either. We breastfed for 22 months with no issues. If you did end up needing formula, it would be a pretty easy thing to run to the store and grab.

gotdiesel2007 · June 2015

I have every intention on BF this time and refuse to buy any formula. I haven't received samples but if I did I would have gave them away. I'm against the temptation early on.

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