I feed my 2 and 1/2 month old with breastmilk but i pump it each time, he doesn't like the breast?

Question

the most i can pump at a time is 5oz and now he needs to eat 6 oz but i can't pump that much how do i increase my breastmilk supply without putting my baby on the breast. For some reson he'll eat a little on the breast and then start screming like mad , not sure why.

Answer 1

Try to pump one extra time or two if possible each day, and use that milk to add to the freshly pumped, just store it immediately in the back of the fridge, and do not keep it there for more than one day.
He made be out off the nipple by the smell or taste of a lotion, soap, perfume, or detergent, babies can be quite fickle.
Call you hospital to check with the lactation consultant/adviser, or speak with the babies pedi office.
Kudos to you for not giving up, and remember that even if you do need to supplement, every bit of natural milk you give him is better than none.

Answer 2

Yes, he definitely has nipple confusion and he gets the reward of drinking from the bottle much faster and without any work, when he's on the breast he has to work more to get the milk and it frustrates him that's why he cries, etc. Pumping more will increase the milk supply, so the more you pump the more milk you'll have it's a demand and supply sort of thing... also there are some natural stuff you can take to have more milk like Fenugreek... if you have more questions call 4Women, it's a government project and they help women with health questions, they have breast feeding consultants for free that can answer more questions... their # is 1-800-994-9662

Answer 3

Your baby's needs change constantly. When the baby is at the breast, he gives signals to your body to tell it how much milk to make, what kind of milk to make, and what time of day to make it.

When you use a pump, your body has no idea what your baby needs and just makes a certain amount of milk, usually decreasing gradually, since the pump is not as effective as a baby. If you are pumping exclusively, you will not likely to be able to keep up with your baby for much longer. The reason your baby "doesn't like" the breast is because he has nipple confusion. He is probably screaming at the breast because he is not used to having to wait for letdown before getting your milk. It might help to pump for a just a minute first to get your milk flowing before putting him on the breast.

If you want to get him back on the breast, and I highly recommend it, then you should contact a Lactation Consultant or La Leche League (FREE) and have someone help you get your son back on the breast. He is missing a lot of the benefits of breastfeeding by not being on the breast. I put some links at the bottom that I hope will help you.

Answer 4

When I was breast feeding my (now 28 month old) daughter, I had a lot of trouble keeping my milk production up. My doctor told me to drink half a beer. He said it would not hurt my baby and the yeast (if I remember correctly) will help increase my production. I did this and it worked. I also drank more water, and got more sleep. I also found that at certain times of the day I could pump more. My daughter also had trouble going back to the breast after having a bottle, they have different nipples for the bottles that are more like the nature nipple and I found that these helped us alot. Another thing that helped me pump was to pump while she was drinking her bottle. Your body senses that the baby is hungry. I feel for you. But hang in there and don't give up. Be patient. Good luck!

Answer 5

pump longer when you pump even if nothing is coming out... it will increase your supply.

I know this sounds bad... but if you dont give him the bottle option, he will eventually (like within three days to a week) learn that the only option is the breast and he will take to it better. I think people get worried that their babies will starve... he wont, he'll learn how to eat right. He is probably screaming because you are not producing enough, because you are not allowing him to suck long enough. The only way to increase your supply is to have him suck longer, or more often. If you have to feed him every hour, then do, until your supply catches up.
Remember, women have been doing this since the dawn of time, its natural and the two of you will figure it out together. If you allow him to have a bottle though... he'll get lazy about it and stop trying.
Be consistent and keep trying... he'll catch on and it is worth it!!!!
Good luck!

Answer 6

He has to work harder to get milk out of your breast and he is probably used to the easier flow from a bottle. If he is your first child, it would be natural for you to immediately jump up and get him a bottle. Your breasts will adjust to the greater demand in a few days if you keep at it. Try nursing him for a bit longer but if he wont, pump out what you can, give him a bit of formula and leave the pump on while you are feeding him. In a few days, you will be able to get more than 5 oz. Your breast will react to the continued stimulation and produce more... promise. And be sure you are drinking enough water. You can't produce milk without proper hydration. Good luck. If you still have trouble, contact the La Leche league. they are in the phone book.

Answer 7

sounds like your baby is like my son was when he was a baby. keep your breasts empty. an empty breast will signal your brain to produce more because demand is up. it'll take 2 or 3 days to produce more at your regularly scheduled pumps so schedule a few extra pumps in between what you normally do so your breasts stay empty and you can give what you pump to your son at the next feeding and maybe come up with 6 oz's that way until your body catches up with his increased demand. once you're producing 6 or more ounces you can back off the extra pumpings and settle back into your normal routine. feeding at the breast is a lot more work then the bottle and some babies like the instant gratification the bottle gives versus feeding at the breast and waiting for your milk to let down. Don't feel pressured to put him at the breast if he's not willing. If he wants the bottle you can build your supply up without forcing him to feed at the breast. he needs to eat right now and get those calories in him , irregardless of how it's done. you can supplement the extra ounce with an ounce of formula until you catch up. if you continue to have issues, contact your local hospital and they can put you in touch with a lactation specialist or contact La Leche (pronunciation la-lay chay) I'd try the hospital first though.

Answer 8

Pumping more often will increase your supply.

He might be a little frustrated. Drinking from a bottle is much easier for a baby because the nipple just drips, whereas they have to work at getting milk from the breast.

As frustrating and tiring as it is, you might just have to get him to the breast more often. Patience is the key.

Keep up the good work!

Answer 9

I agree w/ the others above breast milk is supply and demand, but also make sure you are drinking plenty of fluids. When you are pumping try to be relaxed too. Both can help.

Answer 10

it's much more work for him at the breast. that's why he is crying. as for you, take in more fluids, try more often, and when he cries, that will stimulate you more, so wait a few min. before you feed him. i had all of these problems with both of my boys...i thought i was starving them to death. come to find out, i wasn't giving it enough time.
they are not on a routine when it comes to nursing. they work harder, get tired quicker, and wake up hungry again.
i called the le lashe (i think that's how you spell it) and the lady was VERY mean...i was a new mom, and had NO idea of what to do!!
"search" breast feeding , and you'll get a few ideas that can work for you!
don't worry...it will get better!
here is one of the web sites i found today!