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Period While Breast Feeding
But it turns out 30% of women get their periods soon after birth, ... There is no rush unless you want there to be to get her off breast milk (: enjoy your ...
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- It is normal it is just some of the hormones going away I believe. I started during breastfeeding and a couple of months later my supply decreased, but I don't know i...
- HI J., Lucky you, to go 7.5 months with out a period! I always got my period by the time my babies were 6-7 WEEKS old! UGh, it was terrible! But, it never seemed...
- Everybody is different. Almost all of my friends have breastfeed and some had there period as early as 2 months, some at 6 months, some 12 months. No one ever had a ...
Milk
Technique is important to ensure a good milk supply and efficient nursing by the baby. It is important to put baby to breast immediately after delivery. ...
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- Hi H., I haven't read all of the other responses but if you are concerned, try going to a La Leche League meeting in your area or make an appointment with a local l...
- Breast size does not determine ability to breast feed. 99% of women are able to breastfeed and do not need to supplement to ensure optimal growth of their child. I...
- Hi H., Breast size, or rather the breast tissue, has nothing to do with milk supply. After you have the baby, it will take 2-3 days of breastfeeding for you milk to...
Low Breast Milk Supply
Try something like chamomille to help distress you after a long day at work. You can also try warm compresses to the breast to help the milk flow. ...
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- My first child had latch issues that made me miserable until I read a little secret in a book. As you bring baby to your breast, make sure that your nipple is pointin...
- I was told I would not be able to bf my son, but I did until he was 4 years old. What helped me was a Traditional Medicinal tea, available at safeway or wherever tea ...
- E., I know your frustration. I have 3 and breast feeding for all was a challenge. My first didn't latch well, I was so stressed and we only nursed for 3 months. ...
Stored Breastmilk
after the birth of my son this past may, the nurse told me to remember the rule of 3 when it comes to storing breastmilk. -you can leave breast milk on the ...
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- hi A. after the birth of my son this past may, the nurse told me to remember the rule of 3 when it comes to storing breastmilk. -you can leave breast milk on t...
- If it's in your refrigerator's freezer then about 3 months, but if it's in the deep freeze about 6 months. My friend who's a lactation consultant can back me up on tho...
- A.: in a separate door freezer at least 3 months/ that is the longest that has been looked at.... human milk bank stores in a deep freeze for more than ...
How Much Milk Should I Be Producing?
Soon after she drank entirely from a bottle, 100% breast milk. ..... My milk also didn't come in until about 5 days after giving birth. ...
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- They told me that when I came to the NICU with two oz that that was an awesome amount. The more you give her breast milk the more you will have... I give her babyfoo...
- Hi N., Just a small response, I was the same way, pumping my heart out because I couldn't produce enough for my son or daughter! I was only getting an ounce or two f...
- I have a 4 and a half month old son and also had a breast reduction. I decided not to breastfeed for many reasons including possibly not being able to produce enough ...
Breast Milk Not Coming Out
First some breast (mine included) do not like pumps- if I want milk maually I have to hand express. Second of all bRm does not continue to stream after let ...
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- Drink LOTS of water! Try pumping/nursing more often as well. Dehydration will cause milk production to decrease, and nursing more often will also help increase your ...
- I will probably be repeating what other mom's have written but I would drink more fluids, Mother's Milk tea, and there are tonics that you can take that are specifical...
- E., Sounds like your milk supply is drying up. I'd suggest talking to your ob gyn or a lactation consultant at the hospital where you delivered. There are thin...
Should I Give Up? Breastfeeding Difficulties
It is NORMAL for a baby to lose weight after birth (usually no more than 13%), ... Formula provides some nutrition, but not nearly what breastmilk does. ...
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- First of all, please do not feel like a failure if you do not decide to continue. Breastfeeding is a total commitment. Pumping does not nearly give you as much m...
- You've gotten some good advice. I wanted to reiterate that it's okay either way you decide. I beat myself up for a long time about not being able to make it work, ke...
- Hi A., Congradulations on your new baby girl. Don't give up. It will get better. The first month is the hardest. If you can get through that you will be fine. ...
How to Dry up Breastmilk
Read all 25 responses: "I have pumped my breast milk every day for a ... I went on birth control pills after each of my kids and it helped in about a day. ...
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- I've heard that the Sage herb helps, but I'd go ask at a health food store. Definitely just start weaning yourself!! I've heard to remove one feeding every 3 days unti...
- check out www.kellymom.com and also http://llli.org/
- I have nursed 3 kids up to 12 months. Although I am no expert the best way to do it takes some time. What I have heard is that you Pump one less amount every 2 days a...
How Quickly Does My Body Make Breast Milk?
How long does it take my body to replenish breast milk after my baby nurses? ... Congratulations on the birth of your baby! Sounds like breastfeeding is ...
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- Hi N., My son had a growth spurt right about 9 wks where he was nursing ALL day long. During this time I learned that my body produced milk every 20 minutes or so. I...
- Don't worry about not having enough to feed the baby when you've just pumped - your body will continually make milk, even while your son is nursing. And you can pum...
- I think it just depends on stimulation. It may take a while, but he could likely get a decent feeding right after you pump, but he'll probably need to eat again in an...
Breast Feeding and Formula Feeding??
I had to supplement with formula because I didn't produce enough breast milk. My daughter latched on like a champ right after delivery, in fact she latched ...
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- Hi, I breastfeed almost exclusively for the first 4 months and then went to all formula at that time. I gave about 1 formula bottle a day after about 3-4 weeks and my...
- I had my first in 1962 and I had a very progressive pediatritian. He told me to substitute one feeding a day with formula from the first and to change which time of t...
- I would breast feed exclusively for the first three months and then SLOWLY add formula. My baby had trouble latching on initially and I didn't want to jeopardize nursi...
