2006-08-21 11:24:36 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
Yep.
The only time you should stop is if you are at risk for preterm labor. It may get fairly uncomfortable before he adjusts. There will also be a time where your milk turns to colostrum. He might stop nursing then.
Good luck. :o)
2006-08-21 11:30:39 · answer #1 · answered by CCTCC 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No reason to stop breastfeeding if you are not ready to stop...make sure you keep up your calories and fluids! And your rest!
I nursed my middle daughter while I was pregnant with my third baby, but she was older and it was mostly a sleepy-time thing. You may find some changes in your milk and supply, so just be aware of that. Your body and breasts basically "restart" to pregnancy to prepare for the new baby.
congrats and take care! You will LOVE the convenience of nursing a new baby with a toddler in the house! The baby is always happy nursing and you have your hands free to read and play with the older child so he is happy! My son and I would toss a soft Nerf ball over & over to each other while his sister nursed!
2006-08-21 11:43:52 · answer #2 · answered by quilt-babe 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you want to, sure! I am currently 14 weeks pregnant with baby # 2 and still nursing my son who is 16 months. :) Only problem is my milk supply has gone down, but that's fine since he's old enough to eat a wide variety of other foods and such.
If you're worried about how safe or unsafe breastfeeding during pregnancy is, check out this link: http://www.kellymom.com/nursingtwo/articles/bfpregnancy_safety.html
Congrats on nursing 11 months; that's awesome!
2006-08-21 11:33:50 · answer #3 · answered by doxhaelend 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you want to continue, there is probably no reason for you to stop nursing. I have nursed through pregnancy twice and both times I had perfectly healthy babies and uncomplicated births.
Get a copy of the book "Adventures in Tandem Nursing: Breastfeeding During Pregnancy and Beyond" by Hilary Flower. It's full of great information on this topic. Be sure to read the link below to an article that Hilary wrote on the safety of nursing during pregnancy.
Lesley Regan, PhD, MD, heads the Miscarriage Clinic at St. Mary’s Hospital in London, the largest referral unit in Europe, and is the author of Miscarriage: What every woman should know. She was surprised to hear that anyone considers issues related to miscarriage to be reasons for weaning. She added:
Once a pregnancy is clinically detectable, breastfeeding should pose no added risk of pregnancy loss. There isn’t any data suggesting a link between breastfeeding and miscarriage, and I see no plausible reason for there to be a link.
Obstetrician David Weismiller, MD, wrote a synthesis of research on preterm labor for the American Academy of Family Physicians; he is an assistant professor and director of women's health in the Department of Family Medicine at East Carolina University School of Medicine, Greenville, NC. He concurs that there is no evidence that implicates breastfeeding in increasing the risks of preterm labor in healthy pregnancies.
Your nipples may be very sensitive and you may find that you want to set some nursing limits with your son in order to help you with that discomfort. You may also find that you experience some contractions while you are nursing. If they stop when you end a nursing session, it's probably nothing to worry about.
You may find that you are more hungry and thirsty this time around since you are growing a baby and nursing a big sibling. Just follow your body's cues about how much you need to eat and drink.
Your milk will gradually begin the change over to colostrum during your pregnancy. Your nursing may nurse right through any periods of low supply or changes in taste, or he may become frustrated with the lack of milk or not like the changes and wean. Anything is normal. :-) My oldest nursed all the way through my pregnancy and tandem nursed with my middle child. She nursed up until my colostrum came in when I was PG with #3 but then she weaned. I guess she didn't care for the taste.
I found that tandem nursing made for a great bond with my oldest two and we had no problems at all with jealosy or sibling rivalry until my second one got mobile and went after her brother's toys! LOL!
2006-08-21 11:30:00 · answer #4 · answered by momma2mingbu 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think it may be time to start weaning your 11 month old. However, it's entirely possible that I don't know what I'm talking about. Instead, try the experts in lactation education....http://www.lalecheleague.org/contact.html
Then after getting all the info they have on the subject, consult with your doctor and your child's pediatrician. Then consider your lifestyle and the needs of your family. Follow all of this with little soul-searching. After all that, you should have enough info to make the right decision for you.
Be warned, many folks who avocate breast-feeding can be quite militant about their views on the subject, try not to let their opinions be the basis for your decision. You have to do what is comfortable for you and best for your babies.
Good luck.
2006-08-21 11:42:27 · answer #5 · answered by wibbsite 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Like the others said, your uterus contracting could be an issue. But I dont think thatd be a major issue unless you were high risk.
I think the real concern would be your food intake... you would need to definitely make sure you were getting enough into your diet... if you were malnourished... both of you babies would be as well... but you might as well consult your OB or the baby's pediatrician to de sure.
2006-08-21 11:40:18 · answer #6 · answered by morethanfacevalue 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
when my son was about a year old i was still breast feeding, i got preg, and miscarried, my milk went sour my boy didnt wanted it nemore. know my son is two, and im 28 weeks preg. i dont think theres nothing wrong with it, thats what women are here for is to brestfeed, good luck& congrats
2006-08-21 11:39:56 · answer #7 · answered by junkinmytrunk 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
unless you have a history of pre term labor, then there is no reason you should stop nursing.
Good luck and Congrats!
2006-08-21 11:43:21 · answer #8 · answered by mommato4boys 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
yes you should continue. You will have to figure something out before #2 is born.
2006-08-21 11:43:16 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, its time to stop, nursing causes the uterus to contract, which can cause miscarriage. If your son won't take a bottle, mine wouldn't, go right to a cup or sippy cup, make him feel like a big boy.
2006-08-21 11:33:59 · answer #10 · answered by smartypants909 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋