1) To keep my milk supply?
2) Any other preparation tips from other moms who had to travel away from their lil ones.
My son will be looked after by his dad and his grandparents. The thought of the travel away from my tiny tot is heartwrenching, but i really have to keep this job.
2007-03-30 16:34:06 · 11 answers · asked by concerned mom 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
At 10 weeks old, he is too young to realize that you're missing.
I would pump enough milk for the amount of time you are gone or you could try giving him formula once in a while, just in case you can't pump enough.
It sounds like he will be in good hands while you are away. I understank how difficult this must be for you, but you do what you have to do for the sake of your children.
GOOD LUCK TO YOU & try to enjoy your trip...
2007-03-30 16:42:17 · answer #1 · answered by Maria C 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Bring a picture of your baby to look at while you pump, and make sure you do so frequently. The picture will help your milk let down better and you'll get more milk, which will keep your production up. When you get home, nurse a lot, but don't give him any bottles, even if he seems to need to nurse more than usual. your milk supply will go down a bit while you're gone, but it will pick right up again in a day or two if you don't give him a bottle.
Other than that, just try to stay busy so you don't feel too horrible and make sure to plan some extra time home with him when you return. Good luck!
2007-03-30 16:39:49 · answer #2 · answered by Anne 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Has he been exposed to the bottle yet? If not, you'd better start now. Start drinking lots of water and feed him on one breast at a feeding while you pump the other breast. You can freeze the milk until you need it to make a bottle (I think milk is good in the freezer for 72 hours, but double check that). Also, bring a breast pump with you on your trip because you will have to pump your milk regularly to keep up the supply and to empty your breasts (they will get rock hard if you don't pump). Hope this helps.
2007-03-30 17:20:55 · answer #3 · answered by schizzle 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
# 1. Take his picture with you and call home and have your husband or his Grandparents put the phone up to his ear so you can talk to him. Even though he can't answer you it will make you feel better. #2. Get a battery operated breast pump if you don't already have one. They are easier to deal with than the ones that have to be plugged in for use. Pump at regular times. I know it's hard. My son was a preemie and in the hospital for 10 weeks and it was extremely hard to go home and go back to work while he was still in there. Hang in there.
2007-03-30 16:48:58 · answer #4 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pump several times a day. Dump it if you have no way to keep the milk cold. Does your baby take a bottle pretty well? You might let dad give him/her one or two before you leave to make sure that he/she is accustomed to it. Sometimes when a baby has been breastfed exclusively, moms have to experiment with different nipple shapes before baby will take to the bottle. Even if you feel silly doing it, type up a baby guide for baby's caregivers covering everything from naps (how often & how you get baby down, etc.) to best burping positions, to what different cries mean. It will make you feel better and will be a handy resource for them.
2007-03-30 16:41:55 · answer #5 · answered by anahahamama 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
remember if you don't have the income it will really effect your circumstances. you can pump your breast and freeze the milk. pumps are not too expensive. try to get him to take a Playtex bottle in between now and again just to get him used to it. also he knows your voice already. when you call home if he up just tell him mommy will be home soon. also, make a tape of the song you sing or what you say in case he's restless without you. it's only two days. keep a picture of him and remember where you can take your career.
2007-03-30 16:48:21 · answer #6 · answered by Valarie W 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh, I feel so bad for you. My little one is 3 months, and I can't bear the thought of leaving her.
You should pump when your breasts feel full, which is usually when your baby would nurse. Even if you have to toss it out, it will still keep your milk supply up.
Good luck!
2007-03-30 16:40:35 · answer #7 · answered by Lady J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
PUMP and PUMP some more. Every 2-3 hours. Even during the night!
2007-03-30 16:38:51 · answer #8 · answered by ~*Isabel*~ 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Pump as often as he nurses.
2007-03-30 16:36:28 · answer #9 · answered by sunshine 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
do u make a whole lot of money if u do thats good take about a couple of days to take care of your son say he is sick if he si
2007-03-30 17:02:58 · answer #10 · answered by crazigurlhott 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋