I breastfeed my son 2 years ago and I am an advocate of it. But I am pregnant with my daughter and I am on a medication that could transfer to breastmilk (it is safe during pregnancy).
I feel so guilty and worried about this.... why? And what will happen to my breasts the day I deliver? WIll it be painful. Please tell me as much as you know about all this. Thanks!!
2006-11-06 07:03:19 · 8 answers · asked by Beautifulme 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I had my son by emergency c-section four months ago. My milk didn't come in for another two weeks so obviously by that time my son had figured out where his meals were coming from and it wasn't Mom! He just had no interest in trying to latch on for breast feeding and it wasn't a fight I felt was worth fighting.
Is breast feeding better? Absolutely! Is it a requirement to be a good mother? Absolutely not! There's a ton of reasons why a woman may choose to bottle feed rather than breast. It's a personal decision and yours alone.
As far as what to expect, if you choose not to breast feed, you will get sore breasts when your milk comes in. In my case, I was told to not express the milk and within five days, they were back to normal. Make sure you have nursing pads (I used regular sanitary napkins cut in half, much less expensive) for while you're waiting for your milk to stop.
Good luck and don't let the nipple Nazis (the ones who try to tell you you're a bad mother if you don't breast feed) get to you!
2006-11-06 07:09:50 · answer #1 · answered by cgspitfire 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I have 2 kids and didnt breastfeed either of them. I just never had that desire although I do believe it is wonderful for the women who do breastfeed. I never felt guilty though as I believe that anytime spend feeding your child is a great bonding experience. You may be feeling guilty because you feel you wont have the same bond or that your baby wont get the same benefits as breastfeeding. Im not sure why you are so worried though since I have never breastfed, only bottle fed.
The days I delivered nothing happened to my breasts. It was a few days after that the milk started to come in and my breasts became engorged. The got huge and yes they were hard feeling and sore but it didnt stop me from doing anything I wouldnt have done normally. It could help if you wrapped your chest tightly or wore a tight bra and didnt let warm water run over them during your shower. They did also leak so I would have to wear a pad to soak it up but beig that you have breastfed you know this.
2006-11-06 07:13:55 · answer #2 · answered by pyxiegyrl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you won't be able to breastfeed, make sure you take a tight fitting bra/sports bra. This will help suppress the milk. I had a c-section and it was very difficult to breast feed my daughter. I pumped and bottle fed her for 2.5 mos. You can still get some very good bonding time when using a bottle. Don't do anything to encourage the milk....no nipple stimulation. and to relieve the swelling, you can take a warm bath, but then right after, put your bra back on.
They also have meds that will supress the breastmilk, but you'd have to talk to a dr about that.
2006-11-06 07:32:06 · answer #3 · answered by Laura R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I bottle fed my first two sons with my 3rd one i tried breast feeding it wasn't for me. You will have pain for about 2 to 3 days after you deliver just because your milk supply comes in and you have to wait for it to dry up. Other than that I prefer bottle feeding. It is sohandy. You jsut make a bottle for your baby and he can eat while you are driving, in any place he wants to, you don't have to guess at how much he is eating, your not supposed to prop bottles up but if needed you an do so. It is easier to take your baby to grandmas or the baby sitters because you don't have to pump anything and if it turns out you have to be gone longer than expected there will be enough food. I don't know if you pumped milk with your first one but if not then you have to deal with bottles.You still have a bond as long as you hold your baby. Plus your husband or boyfriend or who ever can do the late night feedings. Good Luck and congrats!!
2006-11-06 07:11:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will hurt initially but that will go away with time! Breast feeding is very convenient! Imagine not having to get up @ three in the morning to make a bottle! And your child has a good chance to be a lot healthier because of breast feeding!
2006-11-06 07:21:32 · answer #5 · answered by panda 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you don't want to post the name of the med here, send it to me in a private message and I'll double check the safety for you in some reputable sources, including "Medications & Mothers' Milk" by Hale. A lot of docs and pharmacists only check the PDR, which basically says nothing is safe. The info you have may not be the most accurate OR there may be alternative meds you can take.
2006-11-06 07:16:15 · answer #6 · answered by momma2mingbu 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
it shouldnt be any different with this one they just say that breastfeeding makes a healthier child my mom breast feed with me for about a week and me , my bro, and sis are all healthy
2006-11-06 07:08:05 · answer #7 · answered by mommyof3 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
GOOD TIP WHEN YOU DONT BREAST FEED..!!!!!
.... I STARTED WRAPPING MY CHEST IN ACE BANDAGES...TIGHT.. AND WORE THEM FOR LIKE A WEEK... WHEN MY MILK DRIED UP... HELPED A LOT WITH THE PAIN!!
2006-11-06 07:36:32 · answer #8 · answered by TAYLORSMOMMY 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋