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Extended Breastfeeding
Asked by T. from Birmingham
on August 24, 2009
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Hi Ladies,
Just wondering how many time do you breastfeed your toddler? My son is 14 months and I was just wondering how many times other moms nurse at this age. My b...
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- Hi, my little girl is 20 months and I still breastfeed. I work full time so we do it at bed time, in the morning before childcare and on the weekends - she can do it m...
- T., I nursed all of my children way past what most folks consider normal. David was 22 months, Grace was 24 months and Benjamin had to be weaned by me at 36 months...
- I b/f all of my children past age one; the longest was my last until age 2. By age 18 mos. they were usually only nursing at naptime and bed time. Also, by age 1 my b...
Nursing and Work
Asked by I.D. from Austin
on January 28, 2009
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Hi, I am a working mother of a 4mth old and trying to nurse. I started pumping but as the days go by, I get less milk and I need some advice, ideas to help me keep my ...
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- When I went back to work after my son was born, I also pumped at work....i found staying hydrated with lots of water and taking Fenugreek supplement helped me keep goi...
- When I was in that situation, I contacted a La Leche League leader and they helped me alot to continue the nursing relationship. Good luck.
- pumping is not the most fun thing to do..... and, if you are at work, i bet you are thinking, ok hurry hurry hurry... when i was pumping, friends advised me to imagin...
"Borrowing" Breastmilk
Asked by S.R. from Dallas
on January 27, 2007
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My baby girl is almost 4 months old, and I am still nursing, and desperately want her to get breastmilk until she is a year old. However, I've been back at work since ...
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- I would do it if any of my girlfriend's were nursing as well, I dont see an issue with it. My whole family has had a serious history of issues breastfeeding, my son g...
- In my opinion you are truly blessed to have a friend like this & I would not hesitate to use her milk at all. I had trouble breasfeeding and actually considered askin...
- S., I really don't know anything about sharing milk...I would not think there was a problem if you are comfortable with it. I did however want to offer advise that ...
Seeking Help with School Advice
Asked by R.C. from Houston
on February 26, 2007
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I am having a problem with sending school supplies to my son's school and none are there in his desk for him to use. He is 11 years old and in the 4th grade at Newport...
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- I can't say that I have a solution but I definitely feel your frustration!! My son is in 2nd grade and my biggest issue with this was last year in 1st. It seemed like ...
- Hello, I noticed something similar with my son. I had sent some really nice pencils for him to use at school. When he comes home, he uses old chewed on pencils with no...
- I had the same problem last year. The teachers at the school where my daughter attends told us to bring plain yellow pencils (and other generic supplies) because ever...
Milk Supply
Asked by M.F. from Sacramento
on March 2, 2009
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I'm breastfeeding my 6 month old baby, but I'm definitely not pumping out as much as he consumes when I'm at work. He drinks 5 to 6 oz from a bottle every 3 to 4 hour...
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- Hi M., I saw your request and I am going through the same issue! I recently went back to work and have continued to breast feed my 6 month old baby, but have found...
- Hi M., Make sure that you are drinking plenty of fluids and eating enough food. I found that drinking a lot of water helped me. Also, if you can, add an additiona...
- As an older Mom of two boys myself, a 54 month old and an 11 month old, I had trouble producing milk. Two things I learned are ; Drink a LOT of water, and pump more of...
Using Reglan/metoclopramide to Increase Milk Supply
Asked by S.M. from Sarasota
on April 2, 2007
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I would like to know if anyone has any experience using reglan, or metoclopramide, to increase their milk supply. My daighter is 4 months old, I have never had a real...
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- I agree with everyone else about the Fenugreek. I purchased capsules called "Lactate Support" by Gaia Herbs. They contain Fenugreek and Fennel and worked great. I fo...
- Hi, I don't know anything about the drugs you mentioned. I know fenugreek seeds are very helpful. You can find them in Indian grocery stores. I am a nursing mom of ...
- You can get different brands of "Mother's Milk" teas at any health food store. They usually contain fenugreek and fennel, then other ingredients depending on brand. I ...
Working Mom Still Having Breastfeeding Issues with 5 Month Old
Asked by E.T. from New York
on August 14, 2008
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Hello!
I've had some obstacles with breastfeeding since my daugther was born (milk delay, soreness, cracks, mastitis, etc.) but thankfully, I've gotten through them...
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- I think the only answer is to pump more frequently. I know it's hard to find those 15 minutes, but I just don't think your milk will keep up otherwise. Also, around ...
- Hi E., Just wanted to say welcome aboard!!!! You'll love this site. Give Ava a big kiss for me. B.
- Hi E., Just wanted to let you know I'm right there with you... I get even less milk per session though (only 1-1.5 total now).. and since my daughter has been on soli...
Breastfeeding/Milk Supply
Asked by C.M. from Dallas
on June 24, 2008
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This is my second time breastfeeding, with my first I had NO problems and did it for a year. My son is will be 8 months old next month on the 7th and my milk supply h...
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- Because many women don't respond as well to the pump as to their own baby, they lose their supply when they pump. If it is possible, you may want to try to take a wee...
- have you tried any fenugreek??
- Mother's milk Tea Fenegreek (sp?) you can find both at GNC There are medications that can help build you milk production...i think Reglan or phenegran. you need to c...
Could It Be Acid Reflux?
Asked by R.M. from New York
on October 29, 2008
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My 1 month old has been very fussy the last couple of weeks, and I'm not sure whats wrong. He hardly naps during the day, but will sleep for 2-3 hours at a time during...
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- Sounds like Acid Reflux of Gas to me. Is he projectile vommiting or just spitting up? Arching of the back is a big sign of reflux, try to feed in as much as an uprig...
- Hi R., It sounds like reflux to me. My son did the same thing. Most important thing that helped us was small, frequent feedings. Unfortunately, you will feel like...
- Boy did you come to the right place. My daughter had colic for the first 9 months of her life. I'm not saying your son has it, but the things we learned can apply to ...
Low Milk Suppy and Herbs/vitamins.
Asked by H.S. from Los Angeles
on August 16, 2008
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I am a mommy to a 3 month old baby boy. I have started back at work part time for 2 weeks now. I am able to pump while at work and breastfeed while at home. I am notic...
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- Ask the pediatrician. I had the same problem, and wanted to try fenugreek (sp?). And, I choose not too. My son was gaining weight just fine. And, there are side ef...
- My post pardum doula recommended Fenugreek to increase milk supply. I used it when my daughter was 6 months old. You only need to take it as until the milk increases a...
- I would stay away from the pills and focus on the basics of pumping and nursing. Nothing majical ever comes from pills, I digress...I read on here to give teething bab...
