can i breast feed by just expressing the milk an not actally latching the baby on to the breast?

Answer 1

If a mother cannot or does not wish to breastfeed directly, exclusive pumping, begun soon after birth, can provide baby with breastmilk, which is highly superior to artificial baby formula. Use a hospital grade pump with a double kit, such as the Lactina® Select, or the Classic. Milk production depends on frequent and effective milk removal from the breasts. Pump at least 8 times in 24 hours, or a minimum of 100 minutes per day. Many exclusively pumping mothers find it helps their milk supply if their baby is allowed to spend time skin-to-skin at the breast, even if the baby only nuzzles the nipple.

Several short pumping sessions are preferable and more effective than longer less frequent sessions. Some herbs and medications can be used to improve supply in mothers who find supply to be an issue. Avoid medications that may cause a decrease in supply, such as birth control medications and over-the-counter oral cold medicines.

Make sure that the breastpump flange fits well, and that the nipple moves freely within the flange. If a larger breastshield flange is needed, Medela makes PersonalFit™ kits with wider flanges, large ( 27mm diameter) and extra large (30mm diameter). If a mother wishes to exclusively pump, the correct equipment, comfortably fitted and used properly and frequently will make her experience more successful.

Answer 2

Yes, you can express your milk yourself or by using a breast pump. This is nice for breast feeding moms so they can get a little break here and there, or, for after they return to work. The bonding experience isn't the same though.

Answer 3

Yes, by using a breast pump. But you will miss those intimate and wonderful moments of bonding with your baby. It's VERY wonderful, you'll never forget it. Unless you have to go to work, then pump some. But when you're home, try to do it directly

Besides that, having to pump is more troublesome, and you still need to store the milk, then thaw it, etc. By breastfeeding directly, you can do it ANYWHERE, ANYTIME. Just always bring a blanket if you have to go out and nurse in public.

Answer 4

yes i did this with my latest bcos she couldnt latch on she was/is too weak i used to pump each side for twenty minutes every 4 hrs or so and put a label on it with time and date but one bottle in the fridge to defrost wen your giving this feed ready for the next feed but if your supply builds up dont be tempted to pump any less because ypou will start producing less then when baby actually starts taking more you are producing less and may not be able to cope with the demand ( i wouldnt use frozen milk after 5 days tho im not sure how long it will last)

Answer 5

Yes, express the milk into bottles. You can buy a breast pump to help you. It is a long and tedious job tho. If you have any probs ask your midwife or health visitor for advice.

Do make sure that everything you use to express the milk and the bottles are sterilised properly before you use it tho.

Good luck.

Answer 6

Of course you can. Put the milk in a sterilized container and refridgerate. Not sure how long it lasts but I understand some people are willing to buy it if you have a surplus ie when they have too little!!
If you just want to avoid the action then put into a sterilized bottle and feed as per normal.

PS which wozock gave the downgrade and why?

Answer 7

Yes you can but your body will not produce as much milk. The sucking motion of the breast pump is not exactly like the sensation from your baby's mouth. Whey don't you want to breastfeed? It is a wonderful way to bond with your baby.
Congratulations on your new arrival?

Answer 8

Yes, you could express the milk into a bottle and feed it to your baby.

Answer 9

Natural breast feeding is very healthy for an infant baby.

Answer 10

yup. loads of mums wana breast feed but the baby's having non of it, so a gap in the market opened up 4 breast pumps...and VOLA! its kewl, ur baby still gets all the goodness, u still lose the weight AND ur breasts dnt sag when ur older! brilliant.