My newborn doesn't like breastmilk. I decided to pump instead of have him latch on. It has been easier to pump everyday and put it in bottles. I have warmed up the breastmilk and tried to feed him but he refuses to drink it. Any advice on what to do or why this is happening?
2006-11-24 14:15:03 · 18 answers · asked by mrgrumpybear07 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Try having someone else give him the bottle, you might even have to leave the room/house for that one. The baby can smell you and probably doesn't understanding why he's getting a cold nipple. He probably likes breast milk, just not the bottle.
If you need help latching on please contact a lactation consultant (at the hospital), it's some hard work at first, but sooo much easier then pumping and having to clean bottles all the time. It's so worth it in the end. Best of Luck.
2006-11-24 14:19:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
I'm guessing that the baby isn't taking to the bottle. If you can, go back to nursing, unless for some reason your baby can't latch on. If you're having latch on issues, medela makes a nipple shield that works great. My son was born early and had latch on issues because he just couldn't get the nipple in far enough. I used the shield for about 3 and a half weeks until he was doing really well (I tried without the shield every now and then, if either one of us was getting frustrated, I went back to the shield) and we haven't used the shield since. Honestly, just breastfeeding him is easier than pumping. You can just pop out the boob instead of having to setup the pumping equipment, make sure it's all clean and then start pumping. Creates less dishes in the end. If you're having latch on problems, try contacting a local lactation consultant (your local hospital should be able to help you with that) and see if they can help you out. If you're dead set on breastfeeding with bottles, try an Avent bottle. That's the only kind my baby would take.
2006-11-24 15:02:31 · answer #2 · answered by lori_a_esser 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't see how pumping and bottle feeding can be easier than breastfeeding. Plus your baby misses out on that essential bonding time. If you have to work, please consider at least breastfeeding when you CAN.
Aside from that, it could be something IN your breastmilk (don't listen to anyone who says that the baby is allergic to breastmilk... it just doesn't happen. It is common, though, for babies to be sensitive to what you re eating that comes through in your milk. Common culprits are dairy, wheat, soy, garlic, nuts, etc.
2006-11-24 14:37:23 · answer #3 · answered by Ellie 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
it's easier for you to pump and put in bottles (tho I really can't imagine why - obviously the breasts are a ready delivery system, always available and requiring no other equupment - maybe it has more to do with hangups you might have acquired from our society's crazy feelings about breasts or from something else) but it's not easier for him. it's not pleasant for him. he longs for your breasts.
already you are putting distance between him and you. are you planning to put him in day care and deny him further closeness with you?
anyway, he's acting like this because he's trying to tell you to hold him and nurse him and cuddle him and give him his birthright - breastmilk on demand and your arms - for years.
more than ten hours a week separation from mommy is extremely damaging to infants and toddlers. he's telling you - don't set us up to separate mom - hold me, feel me, let's really bond, let's really be mother and son.
you wouldn't regret it. if you have the guts.
2006-11-24 15:13:43 · answer #4 · answered by cassandra 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well first of all its a baby's natural instinct to want the breast. If you're making milk then trying to feed the baby with a bottle the baby can smell the milk and wants you. Its more than just nurishment, its also comfort from sucking, warmth from the mother's body, and closeness. I would say throw out the fake plastic breasts and give your baby what he really wants and needs.
But if you're too selfish to do that make sure you're using the right kind of bottle, and please don't wamr the milk up in the microwave. Not only can that cause hot spots but the radiation kills the milk making it no better than formula.
2006-11-24 14:26:35 · answer #5 · answered by Summer M 2 · 3⤊ 2⤋
Perhaps your baby just doesn't like the taste of milk. My sister ( when she was an infant ) wouldn't take breastmilk, regular milk or baby formula. The only think she liked was Soy Milk. Go figure...?
2006-11-24 14:25:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had that problem after eating certain food, although I didn't use bottles. Try nursing him, then try a bottle the next feeding. If it keeps up, you need to get to the doctor ASAP because your baby is not eating if you are not substituting formula.
2006-11-24 14:26:16 · answer #7 · answered by yu247365 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are taking any medications it may be making the breast milk taste bad. Are you sure it is the milk he doesn't like? Maybe it is the nipple, try a different brand or type. Don't give up on the breast milk, your son will be healthier.
2006-11-24 14:21:08 · answer #8 · answered by Gypsy Girl 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I'd let him get it from the source and he will probably like it. My little one nursed like a champ but never would take a bottle. She ended up going from breast to cup when she was ready.
2006-11-24 16:07:43 · answer #9 · answered by AerynneC 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Maybe he doesn't like the bottle. They have bottle nipples that are more like a real nipple. Check at Babies R Us to see if you can find one.
2006-11-24 14:17:36 · answer #10 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋