Update from yesterday ... (Re: I don't think I can do this)

MereD19 · January 2009

So DH and I decided that it would probably work out if I could just pump when he is home, that way he can help out w/ SH while I am doing that (since there is no telling if I would ever get 45 whole minutes to do that while I'm here w/ her by myself).

However ..... I have been in tears for the last hour b/c of how bad my boobs hurt right now. It's been 10 whole hours since I was able to pump last, and I am MISERABLE. It almost makes me want to just try to stop cold turkey and try to put up w/ this pain until however long it takes to dry up.

But then I feel AWFUL b/c I want what is best for my baby (not saying formula isn't best, but I wanted SH to have some BM for a little while, at least). Especially now during flu season and stuff. Now I want to cry all over - not just from the pain, but from feeling like I can't do enough as a mom for my baby.

Sorry to post another debbie downer post ... I just needed to get it out. I'm fine w/ formula, and I have enough frozen that she could get maybe 2-3 bottles of BM a day for the next week (which, my goal was to 4 weeks), but I just feel bad.

Edit: Would it possibly work out if I pumped every 12 hours? I mean, will my boobs adjust to that schedule, and not be as painful after a little while?

VivianLee · January 2009

I'm sorry you are feeling down about this. Just remember that whatever makes you happiest and most comfortable is what is best for SH. If you decide to pump every 12 hours then your body will regulate to that. It is a supply and demand situation. When I was pumping for Connor early on at work, if I missed pumping by even 10 minutes from my "scheduled" time my body would let me know and I would feel engorged. It regulates to your schedule. It may take a few days, but if you want to cut down to every 12 hours, your body will adjust. {{{{{HUGS}}}}}

WendyNC · January 2009

I'm not sure how your supply would do if you only pumped every 12 hours. What if you pump every 6 hours, 4 times a day and time it to where you only have to pump once during the day when your DH is at work? Is SH napping pretty good during the day?

WendyNC · January 2009

And I wouldn't sit there and be miserable right now, go pump and relieve yourself until you make up your mind about what you are going to do!

MereD19 · January 2009

WendyNC:
And I wouldn't sit there and be miserable right now, go pump and relieve yourself until you make up your mind about what you are going to do!

She JUST fell asleep so I am going to do that right now!!!! I don't want to move her too soon though ... I wanted to wait until she was in a deeper sleep.

This just justifies why I should never leave during the day, b/c I am sure I would have found time around noon to pump, but b/c I was out - I have to wait until it's like 11 hours since I last pumped.

MrsHughesNC · January 2009

can you pump while you're on the computer, when Savannah is napping or hanging out in the swing/bouncy seat, or during other down times during the day? I guess I'm not understanding why you can't pump? (I might've missed your original post).. Even if you can just pump for 10 minutes or so.. I haven't really experienced engorgement yet, but if it is that painful, try and get some relief! Even if it isn't a full pumping..

I'm certainly no expert though, seeings how I still haven't been able to get my supply up. :-) GL!

lah1177 · January 2009

Like Wendy said, if you drop to only pumping every 12 hours, it is going to kill your supply. When I dropped to two nursing sessions a day, I just about kissed my supply goodbye and I would say within a couple weeks, I had to give it up altogether b/c I was not producing any milk (Ash was around 10.5 months). I would try to pump more if you can because I really fear if you don't, you will not have any supply. Good luck!

MereD19 · January 2009

Hughes, I dont want to pump during the day b/c I feel like b/t giving her the bottle, then pumping, I have no time in b.t since each takes awhile. I want to keep pumping to be able to give her BM, but its almost too much to do both. I'm still trying to BF everyday though ..... try being the key word since she wants nothing to do w/ it!

I think I'm going to just do what I can during the day .... if it's only for 10 minutes while she naps, its something,

Evans · January 2009

I would pump right before your DH leaves for work and then again mid day and right when he gets home. ? You won't be pumping and feeding all day that way - one session should be manageable, but at least your supply won't die.

I really think if you go down to a 12 hour gap at this age, your supply will be gone in weeks.

Have you considered contacting the LC given to you by ECU and others. ?It would totally be worth the fee to me to get a chance to get SH back on the breast and not have to worry about pumping vs. bottle feeding.?

unc00ref · January 2009

VivianLee:
I'm sorry you are feeling down about this. Just remember that whatever makes you happiest and most comfortable is what is best for SH. If you decide to pump every 12 hours then your body will regulate to that. It is a supply and demand situation. It regulates to your schedule. It may take a few days, but if you want to cut down to every 12 hours, your body will adjust. {{{{{HUGS}}}}}

Vivian is right on with this. You have to make the decision that fits best for YOUR family, YOUR needs. If you do decide to only pump every 12 hours, your body will adjust to that schedule.

HUGS and I hope you can find a situation or schedule that feels good to you!

flamencogal · January 2009

I'm late in responding but if you're going to the GTG on Sunday, I would be happy to talk with you. I've been EPing for 7 1/2 months and can share with you my experiences and tips if you're interested.

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