it has been mostly fine until last night and all day today when suddenly he doesnt seem to be getting enough milk. My nipples are getting very sore even though i am using Kamillosan nipple ointment.
Is this a temporary problem - Will my milk yield eventually increase to meet the increase in demand or do you think this might be a permanent problem which might mean he needs a top-up of formula?
He was a fairly large baby , birth weight of 8 pounds 2
2007-11-11 11:25:51 · 12 answers · asked by Chimera's Song 6 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
He's probably going through a growth spurt. No worries! He'll go back to his normal habits. Just keep trying with the nipple cream and feed him on demand so he your supply keeps up with his demand. It should only las t a few days!
2007-11-11 11:30:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 7⤊ 2⤋
Chances are that he is going through a growth spurt and it will settle down within 48 hours.
Toping up with formula is the WORST thing you can do - it will reduce your supply and compound the problem.
8lbs 2 is pretty average for a boy, and even if he was a large baby, that doesn't make any different. Women are able to breastfeed twins and even triplets!
Just keep at it and you might want to see a lactation consultant if possible to check the latch.
2007-11-11 18:37:16 · answer #2 · answered by Ricecakes 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
You are doing great I agree with the others that it is probably a growth spurt. Just keep putting him to the breast making sure that he is getting the hind milk. For your sore nipples you can massage some of your milk into the them, that might help . Take care
2007-11-11 21:05:52 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
growth spurt. every woman goes through this. the more your baby eats the more milk you'll make. at first my son would eat every 30-45 mins so dont feel bad. he may even get so aggrivated hell refuse you for a minute but dont give up. going through spurts is tiresome. dont guuve him formula then your body wont make that extra milk. if he gaining weight then there is no reason to give him formula
ps you should use pure lanolin for your nipples it works grea t and has other uses like lip balm as well. i promise soon youll be like wow this is easy
2007-11-11 11:37:11 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
Dont give him formula!! Eat some oatmeal or drink a beer! This is famous for boosting milk supply!!! Make sure you are drinking lots of water, and remember, this is a supply and demand situation!! Also, once the baby gets a bit older, your breasts adjust and wont seem so full...Keep in mind too, he will eat more when he is going through a growing spurt..So, if you notice he eats more, just make sure you are keeping up your calories and water...
2007-11-11 11:36:53 · answer #5 · answered by Momto8gr8 6 · 4⤊ 1⤋
It sounds like you are doing a great job. For your nipples, there's something called a nipple shield. And I wouldn't use formula. It is way to hard for there little bodies to digest. But, if your nipples get out of hand, it would probably be a last resort. Good luck. And congrats on the little maricle!!
2007-11-11 11:56:55 · answer #6 · answered by Muffin ♥ 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
i comprehend the sensation mama, i'm bf my 6 month previous, lower back to paintings finished time and pumping at paintings. that's particularly tiring.. although you're no longer a bad mom in any respect! Your infant has very much benefited out of your "good stuff" so a techniques. i will say it does get less complicated!! that's def less complicated to pop a boob in his mouth for the period of those previous due night feedings extremely than getting off the mattress to coach and degree the formulation then heat it up mutually as the lil one is screaming! Its your determination yet in line with threat attempt bottle for the period of the day and BF at night... a minimum of this type she remains reaping rewards out of your milk. good good fortune
2016-10-02 03:37:55 · answer #7 · answered by flecther 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a very normal thing. Babies go through growth spurts between 4-6 weeks. Your supply should "catch up" in a day or two if you continue nursing on demand.
2007-11-11 11:32:13 · answer #8 · answered by lovemyittybitty 3 · 14⤊ 1⤋
one month = growth spurt
don't worry about it....he will be nursing nonstop for a couple of days and then sleep it off
as long as you keep nursing him and don't supplement you will catch up to his demand sometimes within hours....and then have an oversupply at the end of his spurt
2007-11-11 11:32:31 · answer #9 · answered by ? 6 · 11⤊ 0⤋
The baby might be going through a growth spurt or you may not be consuming enough food to supply both you and the baby with enough amino acids in order to produce adequate milk. Consult a physician with your problem.
2007-11-11 11:37:53 · answer #10 · answered by *sweet babyface* 1 · 1⤊ 5⤋