April will be 10 years since I had breast reduction, and now i am 3 1/2 months pregnant and i am worried that i wont be able to breastfeed. They told me that i might, that i will have to wait and see after i have the baby and that i need to start like as soon as i deliever. Two of my sisters also had it done and were able to nurse and it wasnt as long as my surgery. My one sister was able to nurse both of her daughters, but not for long...and the other was able to do it for a few months. But i think the difference is that I dont think there nipples were removed. My were completly removed, cut down to size to match my new breast size, and put back on. So my question is for women who have been in this situation to give me there stories or opionion. Thanks so much!
2007-11-04 10:22:45 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
You won't know till it happens, but do get a lactation consultant. She will weigh your baby and can ltiterally tell you after a feeding whethter the baby gained or burned more calories from the nursing. insurance may pay, also.
2007-11-04 11:21:00 · answer #1 · answered by huggl 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When my sister had her reduction, she had to sign an agreement stating that she was aware she most likely would not be able to breast feed. Once she had her baby, sure enough, she wasn't able to. The milk ducts were completely removed. I'd almost bet it depends on how much they take out. My sister had 6 lbs taken out....so it was a massive amount of breast taken off. Good luck!
2007-11-04 11:03:29 · answer #2 · answered by Crystal D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had one 7 yrs ago and I'm 35 weeks pregnant now.
I don't think I will be able to because so many of my milk ducks were removed and one of my nipples was rebuilt due to infection.
On the other hand, my friend had hers done 2 years ago and has managed very well, so I guess all you can do is wait and see.
But don't beat yourself up if you can't...babies grow up perfectly healthy on formula milk!!
2007-11-04 10:43:35 · answer #3 · answered by Amanda 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your nipples were moved it does reduce the chances that you will have a full supply -HOWEVER breastfeeding is far, far more than just milk.
Check out the resources and support here:
http://www.bfar.org/
2007-11-04 10:38:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
http://www.bfar.org
Plenty of women have breastfed after surgery.
Its a 50/50 chance regarding those who have had a FNG (Free Nipple Graft).
2007-11-04 11:22:26 · answer #5 · answered by Terri 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋