Maybe try expressing a bit out first..??? My la...
Maybe try expressing a bit out first..??? My lactation consultant did say to me as soon as you introduce something artificial (mainly in the first few weeks) it can interfere with supply... So if you...
View ArticleMy first was so tiny, she couldnt get her tiny ...
My first was so tiny, she couldnt get her tiny mouth around me. After a few stressful days in the hospital a beautiful, marvellous brilliant midwife gave me a nipple shield and Charlize latched on and...
View ArticleI was going to suggest the same as SarahA. Expr...
I was going to suggest the same as SarahA. Express the first little bit off so that bubs can latch properly. I used lasinoh after every feed even if they went sore (they were sore usually) and use the...
View Articlehere's some info about engorgement from kellymo...
here's some info about engorgement from kellymom http://www.kellymom.com/bf/concerns/mom/engorgement.html http://www.kellymom.com/bf/concerns/mom/rev_pressure_soft_cotterman.html It's better if you can...
View ArticleWell done trying breastfeeding again, it can be...
Well done trying breastfeeding again, it can be such a challenge in the early days/weeks (and in DS's case months :rolleyes: ) I used nipple shields with him because my nipples were bleeding terribly....
View Article[quote name='~ssrc~' date='12 August 2011 - 12:...
[quote name='~ssrc~' date='12 August 2011 - 12:29 AM' timestamp='1313105355' post='3041601'] I didnt successfully breastfeed my first two children and really want to get it right this time. It feels...
View ArticleI used the shields to give my poor nipples a br...
I used the shields to give my poor nipples a break when i BF my first. I didn't use them for long just till they healed. i haven't used them this time around. I agree with Sonya-Lee give them a ring...
View ArticleAlso you could express bait off to relieve the ...
Also you could express bait off to relieve the hardness so he can latch on better. I also expressed a feed if my nipples were sore, gave them a rest. My two never had nipple confusion between bottle...
View ArticleYou could use nipple shields, which are especia...
You could use nipple shields, which are especially helpful for sore cracked nipples. I would probably try hand expressing a little first so you aren't so full and then pop bubs on the breast. You are...
View ArticleSome women breast feed for six months only usin...
Some women breast feed for six months only using nipple shields. If you get good nipple shields they shouldn't effect your milk supply. So do what you feel comfortable with, you might only use them for...
View ArticleYou may want to call the ABA to put your mind a...
You may want to call the ABA to put your mind at ease, but i used them for 4 months with my DD as she could not latch on without them. Lactation consultant told me to express at least twice a day to...
View ArticleI didnt successfully breastfeed my first two ch...
I didnt successfully breastfeed my first two children and really want to get it right this time. It feels like my first baby all over again. My milk has come in and now because my boobs are so hard he...
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