I just had a newborn 4 days ago and i want to breastfeed but i cant seem to get even a drop of breastmilk to come out. I have to other children and my milk supply was fine but this time i cant get even a drop of milk is this normal. Please help!
2007-10-17 05:32:55 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Keep trying and talk to your doc about supplements that may help. Don't be afraid to go to the bottle. I almost lost my daughter when she was 2 months old to malnutrition. I believed, as most people, that the more you nurse or pump the more you will have and that your breasts produce what your baby needs. Breast is best but keep your baby healthy and keep you healthy. So many people made me feel like scum for wanting to switch early to bottle, and it almost cost my baby her life.
2007-10-17 06:14:52 · answer #1 · answered by Jayme S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing brings milk down like a baby suckling. So if you are having problem with supply, you should "feed on demand"....if the baby is 4 days old, I would suggest putting the baby to your breast every hour for 10-15 minutes on each breast. After a week you should see your milk supply is getting better....it takes at least 3 days to see the result of what you do today (so keep that in mind and don't get discouraged because results are not immediate).
Oh, and whatever you do- do not supplement with formula-- this exacerbates the problem. I would also suggest NOT using pacifiers or similar until baby is feeding well. The hospital where you delivered should have lactation consultants on staff that will meet with you for free. Call and make an appointment and they can help!
As long as your baby is making 6 wet diapers per day, you should be ok. If not, then you should seek medical advice.
2007-10-17 13:15:18 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your milk might not have come in yet. Mine took 5 days and then I became engorged. When you squeeze your breasts, does colostrum come out? It should be thicker and slightly yellow. If that appears, then I wouldn't worry just yet. Does your baby have 6-8 wet diapers a day? Does he get frustrated while nursing? Is he losing weight? If you are majorly concerned, contact a Lactation consultant from the hospital where you gave birth or from your pediatrician's. Also, pumping may not get you a lot of milk because some women do not respond well to a pump.
2007-10-17 12:52:08 · answer #3 · answered by Astragalo 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
drink lotso water...see if this helps, take a long hot shower and try self milking to stimulate. If you're unable, the baby just may not be a strong 'sucker' enough to get the flow going and it's not your fault ... Also try a breast pump too...
2007-10-17 12:41:09 · answer #4 · answered by Empress Jan 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you hydrated enough??? Drink plenty of fluids this will actually produce your milk....I had this problem and I noticed the more fluids I dranked the more milk I produced.... Stay well hydrated and you'll be fine...
Happy Nursing!!
2007-10-17 12:42:36 · answer #5 · answered by WOO WOO 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if you have ever had breast implants that could very well be the problem it does cause problems breastfeeding. i think that you should give it another few days for the hormones to get more time to kick in and if it doesn't happen by then see a doctor ASAP.
2007-10-17 12:47:31 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had that problem and I was told to eat ice cream or cream of wheat and it worked. though it took awhile for it to come thru but it really worked for me. Eat anything with milk products. good luck
2007-10-17 12:41:06 · answer #7 · answered by Ivan and Marko's momma 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
this is normal. You know sometimes you just can't get them to stop. but sometimes it takes a few days to get them started. you might try massage to help you relax. I've also heard hearing your baby cry can trigger release...
2007-10-17 12:41:33 · answer #8 · answered by jeepguy_usa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Been there and know the feeling. I couldn't breastfeed with either of my children. It's just one of those things that you can't help. I'm sure by now your baby is use to formula.
2007-10-17 12:40:30 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
I have a friend that had the same problem and she had to switch to a formula to feed the baby.
2007-10-17 12:41:19 · answer #10 · answered by doc_holliday1863 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋