I don't think my baby is getting enough milk from me? Can I also give her some formula?

Answer 1

First of all what makes you think the baby isn't getting enough? is the baby still fussy after feedings? You can give both but breast milk is the best.

Answer 2

Not one of these people has given proper advice! Be careful who you listen to! You should consult the pediatrician. If your baby is having 6-8 wet diapers a day, and is gaining weight, they are getting enough. If you wish to breastfeed, it is counterproductive to give supplements. You will decrease your milk supply. Put baby to the breast more often, and do not offer supplements. NO babies have ever died because a breastfeeding mom did not give them formula! It really upsets me when people lie and claim to be health care professionals on this site. Much of the advice proves this not to be the case, and can be dangerous in many cases. Consult the baby's pediatrician. If you are breastfeeding and concerned, you can bring them in every two days for a weight check without an appointment. The best of luck to you.

Answer 3

Yes you can. Also, another suggestion. If you think you are not producing enough milk, why don't you use an electric pump? They are so easy and better to use. Some good ones are painless too. I used it for each of my three pregnancies.

I always knew how much I was producing and you can always freeze the rest and use it later. If you do that though make sure you don't warm it in the microwave or stove top because you'll be killing all the nutrients. You need to run the bag of cold or frozen breast milk through warm water.

Answer 4

Talk with your pediatrician about this. Do they think there is a problem? Are you eating something that is making the baby fussy? Is baby going through a growth spurt and eating more? They do that to increase milk production for growth spurts...You can give formula..but that can cause nipple frustration and sometimes they will stop nursing....if you're not sure contact your local La Leche League for more information...they are a wonderful source of help for nursing mothers. www.lalecheleague.com

Answer 5

absolutely ok to supplement with formula. You may have to try a few different ones at first to find the right one. Good Luck!

Answer 6

Please do! There have been cases of babies dying because some determined mothers would not give supplemental feedings. They need that bottle after they have nursed.

Answer 7

yes you can. you can allways try using formula,or you can try pumping breast milk.I have four kids take my word for it.Or you can ask your baby's doc. Good luck.