Hi, we went on a trip few weeks ago and I have to pump most of the time during flights...so I didn't breastfeed for a day, it was ok for my baby... When we came back he got a terrible cold and stuffy nose, so he didn't want to be breastfeed. No he cries when I try to feed him, and he prefer the bottle. He is almost 1 year old and has some sharp teeth and bites me when he gets mad. Any advices how to get back?
2007-02-06 00:30:06 · 10 answers · asked by Francesca-rocks 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I see everyone's telling you the baby is ready to stop, but you sound like you're asking how to CONTINUE. Well, I'll answer that part of the question and hope this helps a little. There were a couple of days last week where my 3 1/2 month old lost interest, or seemed to prefer the bottle. I want to breastfeed her for about another year because it is so beneficial. So, although she fussed around instead of latching right on, I fed her a bottle but persisted, trying every couple of hours. Sure enough the time came toward the 2nd evening when she looked up into my eyes and started rooting around my bosom. Go back to the most basic nesting experience, when it was just you and him reclining in the bed alone and try to nurse him that way. Don't give him any bottles with a medium or a fast flow, either. Just continue to read him as I'm sure you're doing. She is back to normal now. Breastfeeding takes a lot of love, persistence and communication. Best wishes.
2007-02-06 01:02:07 · answer #1 · answered by Sleek 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're probably not producing as much milk right now and therefore, the letdown process takes longer and your son's learned that bottles are faster. I'd try pumping a bit more than normal to get your production up, then give him that in a bottle at first when he's really hungry. Or, it could just be his way of telling you that he's done nursing, which does happen. He should be eating a good amount of solids by this time anyway, but if you want him to keep getting the nutrition from breastmilk, keep pumping and giving it to him however you can. I know, firsthand, that having your boob bitten is not fun.
2007-02-06 00:38:17 · answer #2 · answered by barnaclesally 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-01 12:28:12 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
At almost a year, he may just be done. My daughter cut me off at about a year. She was ready to be done.
Try feeding him when he's not desperate. Give him some out of a cup to take the edge off and then try to breastfeed. Also, try nursing him when he's asleep. I know, sounds weird, but I've heard that it works quite well.
Good luck!!!
2007-02-06 00:35:33 · answer #4 · answered by dakirk123 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If he's almost a yr old then it's fine that he doesn't want to breast feed anymore. Pretty soon he will be drinking whole milk anyways. Most women find it too painful to continue after 6 months so why is it so important? If it hurts too bad and your son is defiantly showing signs that he doesn't want it than why force him?? He's biting you so you'll leave him alone! If you still want him to have breast milk than just pump and give it to him in his bottle. Besides once their 1yr old you have to switch to whole milk.
2007-02-06 00:36:56 · answer #5 · answered by Curious J. 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It seems like once they get used to the bottle it is about impossible to get them to go back to breastfeeding. Can you just give him breast milk in the bottle or a cup? It is almost time for him to use a sippy cup anyway. Sounds like he is just ready to be finished with breastfeeding. Good Luck.
2007-02-06 00:59:54 · answer #6 · answered by Tracie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the toddler is letting you know he does not want to nurse anymore... keep expressing your milk though... offer it in a cup with lid during the day and in a bottle at night.. if you miss the snuggling one on one time the nursing offered/gave? cuddle him to you while he has his bottle.... rock him.. sing to him... be glad the weaning was so easy.... my one year old still won't give up on his night time nursing, fights me trying to switch him off it...lol.. opposite problem....
good luck
2007-02-06 00:45:11 · answer #7 · answered by elusive_001 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That just means he doesn't want boobie anymore. My dd stopped at 8 months, and will scream blue murder if i try to force her. IF you want to continue giving him breastmilk, then try pumping into a cup.
If its the closeness you miss, try holding him closeto your bossom when you give him the bottle!
2007-02-06 00:41:07 · answer #8 · answered by sweetDove 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
he is clearly done with the boob
pump if you want and introduce the cup
would you like to be forced to do something you didnt want to
and why would you want to have him biting you if he doesnt want it
2007-02-06 00:35:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Better stop it now and also it is a right time to do
2007-02-06 00:38:51 · answer #10 · answered by king 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋