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Looking for More Info on the DPA Baby Bottle Recall
Asked by B.L. from Chicago
on April 18, 2008
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Has anyone heard about the baby bottle recall? My father called and said that he had just seen the end of a segment on the news about baby bottles being recalled beca...
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- There was also a temperature limit that was unsafe, which makes the dishwasher and microwave bad choices for washing and heating. We always hand washed the bottles (ga...
- If you put the plastic in the DISHWASHER the bpa's are leached the same as if you microwaved the plastic!!! The dishwasher drying cycle actually heats the bottle much...
- I do not know if there was an actual recall, but BPA is a chemical that is used to make clear, hard plastics, and when heated up, it leeches into the formula. There is...
Breastfeeding vs Formula
Asked by K.C. from Pittsburgh
on January 5, 2008
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I am having trouble with breastfeeding and could use some support. I had trouble in the beginning, but finally found a nipple shield and my baby boy breastfed like a c...
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- K.--First, you are doing all you can and that is all you can ask from yourself. Please do not feel badly. This is not an easy process for every mother that tries it....
- From my own experience, I have breastfed 3 children and am pregnant w/ my 4th, due in April. I know that my supply would diminish if my caloric intake dropped and/or ...
- Hugs! I'm assuming you are already supplmenting, but regardless, it sounds like your son is gaining weight well, so you should be proud! Did anyone warn you about ...
My Milk Is Running Out! Help!
Asked by J.F. from Chicago
on July 9, 2008
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I have a 3 1/2 month old. I have been breastfeeding with no problems. I work 3 days a week and try to pump twice when I'm at work. I haven't been getting as much mi...
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- The more you supplement the less your body will produce. If you can, try pumping more at work. I know... hard. And when you are home on the weekend, have marathon fe...
- The best way to stimulate milk production is to nurse/pump more often. If this can't be done at work, then try increasing your production over the weekend-as soon as ...
- You should contact La Leche League. They will usually even come to your home if necessary.Hope this helps.
Nursing Concerns
Asked by K.M. from Chicago
on February 20, 2009
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Hello, I am wondering if anyone has had thoughts that their BM supply was low? I feel like I do everything right..eat, sleep, I've take Fenugreek, etc...But for some r...
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- K., I apologize, I didn't read any of the responses, so if you heard this, sorry. I actually had the same thing happen at 11months (so close to making it 1yr. which ...
- K., I have been there. I made it through with a lot support from my lactation consultant. They are so helpful and understanding. Best of luck.
- Hi K.! I understand your concern and I hear a lot of moms who are like you and think they aren't producing enough and then end up quiting which makes me sad. It's comp...
Extremely SORE Nipples Due to Pumping...
Asked by D.S. from San Francisco
on May 18, 2008
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Has any other mother experience really sore nipples while pumping only??? I use to specifically breast feed my son, however due to latch on issues and being extremely ...
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- You are almost certainly setting the pumping level too high. If you pump too hard it will hurt your nipples and your breasts. Go slowly and let it take a little long...
- Stop pumping for a bit and take hot showers gently massaging your breasts then when you bget out bend over with a couple bottles and let the milk drip out into the bot...
- LANOLIN! and make sure your nipples dry completely before you pack them away, give them time to breathe. Have you tried a nipple shield? I used one of thoes when ...
Breastfeed or Not?
Asked by S.!. from Boston
on July 12, 2011
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I have lots of questions about breast feeding...I am 17 weeks pregnant and already have 2 boys, an 8 and a 5 year old. Both of them were formula fed, and we had no iss...
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- It hurts in the beginning but moms can get through it. It gets easier and eventually doesn't hurt. It seems like the first month was the hardest. You can breastfeed...
- In the beginning breastfeeding can be very painful. After nursing both of mine I have to say it is not for the faint of heart LOL. It can take a lot of blood sweat a...
- Hi there - you've got a ton of responses and this is clearly a hot topic! I highly recommend that you & your husband take a breastfeeding class. Yes, have him go too, ...
BPA Free Bottles (Namely MilkBank and Breastflow)
Asked by B.C. from Chicago
on February 4, 2009
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Hi Mommies!
I'm nearly 20 weeks pregnant with my second baby and will breastfeed again. It was a wonderful experience with my first and I'm so proud of myself for ...
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- I've never used breastflow or heard of milkbank BUT am on my fourth month of breastfeeding and am using the good old playtex nurser (you know the ones with the disposa...
- I don't know anything about those particular brands of bottles, but check out www.safemama.com for a "cheat sheet" of BPAfree bottles/cups. Great resource.
- I still love my Avent bottles! Babies 'R' Us will still exchange your old bottles for the BPA free versions. You need to take the entire set (bottle, ring, nipple, a...
Seeking Opinions on Elecric Double Breast Pumps.
Asked by L.S. from Boston
on July 2, 2009
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Hello, my baby is due in Sept. and I am trying to get a breast pump ahead of time. There seems to be so many options out there and I am looking for some opinions from...
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- Medela all the way! I used the pump n' style double electric pump for both my son and my daugher for 10 months each time (pumping ~ 4+ times a day) and I even lent it...
- I have the medela double pump (the one that comes in a bag that looks like a purse), and it costs alot but BOY is it worth it. One thing you don't realize as a first...
- Ameda Ameda Ameda... That's all I can say. It was great not sold in a lot of places, but their website will tell you where to buy unit and spare parts if necessary. N...
Suggestions for a Good Breast Pump
Asked by J.A. from Rochester
on November 9, 2008
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I am 8 months pregnant with my 3rd baby and think that I want to breastfeed this time (i only bottle feed ny first 2)but I would really need to be able to pump for the...
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- Hi J., Don't cut corners when it comes to a breast pump especially if you are planning on making this the primary food source for your baby. Spend the money and bu...
- When I was pregnant, I decided that I wanted to breastfeed, but was worried that he wouldnt nurse (my first born wouldnt nurse at all) so we bought the cheapest electr...
- I ended up pumping for 11 months 5-6 times a day b/c my baby didn't latch well and I wanted him the benefits of breastmilk. I used the Medela Pump-in-Style for th...
Safe Baby Bottles?
Asked by K.B. from Boston
on April 10, 2008
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I'm having my first baby in May and am planning on breastfeeding, but still would like to have some bottles in the house. Recently I have been hearing a lot about BPA...
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- Playtex drop in system doesn't have the BPA in the plastic liners. You cannot put them in the microwave or use boiling water. I just use lukewarm water for my formula....
- Here's another link for you about safe plastics for baby bottles and other items: http://www.iatp.org/iatp/publications.cfm?accountID=421&refID=77083
- Medela has some BPA-free plastic bottles, look for the purple stripe on some of their packaging, not all. all the playtex drop-ins liners (bags and shaped drop-ins) a...
