Lactation Consultant
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Breastfeeding and Pain
Asked by A.B. from Kansas City
on August 12, 2010
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I have breastfed two babies. It was very painful at first, and I struggled as I worked with La Leche League leaders and lactation consultants and read everything on t...
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- My girlfriend and I discovered that if you do not try to mess with your nipples after nursing, don't wipe them, clean them, nothing. I know some people are grossed out...
- ummm...I don't know why they say it doesn't hurt, once you get a single crack it hurts. I used lanolin ointment and it really does help, also if you express a little ...
- omg my nips hurt for the first few weeks, hubby would make me ice packs to help soothe them. They are so full of it that it does not hurt. I think they say that so mom...
A 15 Week Old Who Still Refuses a Bottle.......
Asked by C.M. from St. Louis
on April 30, 2008
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I'm the proud parent of a very beautiful, sweet, giggly and STRONG WILLED 3 1/2 month old. I am breastfeeding and in the hospital the lactation consultant said "no bo...
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- I had the exact same issues with my baby. Just when I was ready to go back to work, she absolutely refused to take the bottle. I would call all day long to see if sh...
- I know others may have offered the same advice, but maybe changing to nipples to the bottle may help? Im so sorry you are going through this. I had the same problem fo...
- My son, now 14 months, did the same. I see a lot of good suggestions in the other responses. The only thing that worked for us that isn't listed is trying to feed th...
Hungry Baby... Help Please!
Asked by A.R. from Fayetteville
on May 17, 2009
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I have a 1 month old. I'm breast feeding. Since he was born he can't seem to get satisfied. If he's not breast feeding he crys and sucks on his fist. I've seen a la...
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- I went threw the same with my 1mo. old. My mom told to me to give him a tblspoon, of cereal in his formula, it worked great, and we all got some sleep at night. I only...
- He is still learning to nurse, and getting good at it. He is probably also having his next growth spurt. They will nurse constantly to build up your supply. Hang in th...
- Hi A., Just keep breastfeeding for as long as you can. If he is not gaining weight like he should then you will need to supplement. It is no reflection on you as a ...
Blood Blister on Sore, Cracked Nipple
Asked by K.G. from Los Angeles
on November 24, 2012
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I breast fed my now 3 yo daughter exclusively for 15 months w/out any real problems. I did panic from time to time about producing enough reserve to keep up while at w...
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- I've been there! Three kids...first wouldn't breastfeed, 2nd no problems, 3rd I had mastitis on one breast and a nipple blister on the other at the same time! The nipp...
- It seems like, that when you started to use the football hold, that that is when you started to have problems? Maybe that isn't the correct position for you/your son....
- I had similar experiences with my first son who I ultimately ended up nursing for 13 months. He was tongue tied - we got his frenulum clipped and that helped a bit bu...
More Milk??
Asked by A.G. from Portland
on January 2, 2007
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Awhile back I had a posting about my breastfeeding struggles. Well, it hasn't improved despite doing everything 5 lactation consultants have told me to do. The last co...
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- I am having this same problem with my 10 week old also! I heard about this tea that promotes healthy lactation. I talked to our dr. about it on the phone and he says t...
- I just want to make sure I have the problem right before I respond but sounds like your daughter isn't interested or latching on well? This is just my opinion of cour...
- I have a 5 month old and have been back to work 4 days a week since he was 10 weeks old. I have been taking Fenugreek (2-3 pills 2x a day) on the advice of my lactatio...
Need Help with Breastfeeding/low Milk Supply
Asked by T.P. from Salinas
on November 17, 2009
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Does anyone have any suggestions on how to get my milk supply up? I have been having the hardest time. My baby was born 3 weeks premature and was jaundiced so after a ...
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- I breastfed my son for 12 months. My advice is to stop using the bottle and stick strickly to the breast. Drink plenty of water and keep a glass next to you when she n...
- You could try the 24 hour fix. This is where you both lie in bed together mostly naked skin to skin for 24 hours only getting up to go to the bathroom. She should have...
- I hear you need to drink WHEAT beer. Not a lot but maybe a beer a night to help with the milk production. I also heard you can drink the NA beer as well so long as it'...
When Is Enough Enough with Trying to Breastfeed?
Asked by M.M. from Charlotte
on September 26, 2010
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My little girl is 23 weeks old and was exclusively breastfed until a month ago. I had for months been questioning my supply, but was assured by lactation consultants ...
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- I am a huge fan of breastfeeding. I breastfed number one until 14 months and number two until 18 months. Up until 6 months I only nursed, no bottles and no formula....
- if it is frustrating you so much, that effects your supply too. you did your best, your baby will still love you. :)
- The best time to stop - is when you are ready. No one can tell you when. Good luck mama. I hope you are feeling better. My mom just had shingles and she said it wa...
Is It Possible to Start Lactating Again?
Asked by C.M. from Chicago
on May 15, 2008
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Hi, my son is 3 weeks old and I was able to breast feed him for the first week. When we left the hospital on day 5,, he had lost a full pound and lactation suggested ...
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- Yes you can. I did that with my middle child before I was a doula. Eat alot of oatmeal, get fenugeek at a healthfood store and also mothers milk tea. you might only...
- Yes absolutely possible but it will take some commitment on your part. I agree - talk to a good lactation consultant ASAP and formulate a plan. It shouldn't take you...
- It is possible. I would recommend contacting both a lactation consultant (not the one that you were working with before, they did not seem to work to solve the problem...
I Need Breastfeeding Advice!
Asked by C.S. from New York
on August 19, 2008
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I'm a very new mommy - one week tomorrow! I had a c-section so I had 5 days in the hospital which was great for all the advice and help from the nurses/lactation consu...
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- Don't give up! Your pediatrician is 100% right that this will get better. A month from now, this will be a distant memory. Have you seen the website kellymom.com? It's...
- I also had a c-section when my son was born and had some latching difficulties, so I know what you are going though. I would suggest getting a lactation consultant to ...
- Hi C., I had issues after I got home from the hospital and 2 resources were invaluable: a lactation consultant and a breastfeeding support group. I went to the group ...
Afraid I Won't Be Able to Nurse My baby...how Do I Get off to a Good Start?
Asked by T.B. from Atlanta
on January 11, 2012
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I am due with baby #3 in a couple of months. I am so afraid based on the experience with my last baby that I will not be able to nurse my baby girl. My oldest son wa...
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- The book "Breastfeeding with Comfort and Joy" [http://www.breastfeedingwithcomfortandjoy.com] is the single best resource I've found. It is so worth the money! The ...
- It sounds like you did everything right and it didn't work out. While I think it is normal to worry you need to remember that all kids are different and the likelihoo...
- Forgive me if this is a repeat - I didn't get to read all responses. I had a hard time BF my first and a much easier time with my second. I think it was because I (an...
