So I plan to breastfeed, is there anything I should know? Any advice? I'm completely new walking…

same here I'm going to look it up

coconut oil should your nipples crack. lots of good nursing tops and tanks. more breast pads than you think you'll need. if you are going to pump wait till after 6 weeks because baby will be establishing your supply until then and you could cause ridiculous oversupply

I've been nursing strong for 6 months! whatever you do, try as hard as you can if you can't it's fine. you'll hurt at first but once you and baby have it down it becomes so easy! it's not only good for them to drink mothers milk but it's gives you a bond that you and baby only have. I love nursing. let no one tell you your not able to do it. prove them wrong. that's what I did. I only got support from my husband. everyone else didn't think I was going to it. my son is now six months with three teeth. and I'm not stopping. being proud of yourself keeps you going. you'll leak all the time so invest into some pads. I always leaked threw them so I had to always check. pumping and saving milk for someone or your husband so they can feed baby. good luck!

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it may hurt like hell in the beginning first week, done give up though. its because the breast skin hasn't been ever used for lactation before so it needs to break in. but after a few days the pain will turn to pleasure as you see ur baby gulping down milk.

@_akgirl, @babybishop2015 @yahuahsdaughter thank you so much ladies, I do appreciate it :)

yea breastfeeding is the most beautiful gift from God. the bonding you get with your child is indescribable and unreplaceable

i will never regret it. i actually miss doing it with my big girl. i felt sad for days after i weaned her and she did too. its hard but she had to be independent. just enjoy it all you can

It's tough at first but it's so rewarding. Just don't give up and stay hydrated!! Staying hydrated will help with having a good supply

also :: yes staying hydrated will help tremendously. anything with electrolytes will help. Gatorade, smart water, coconut water. also, if and when you do pump, do it in the mornings. it's when your supply is highest. and if you start a freezer stash, be sure to write date and time you pumped as there is more melatonin in your milk at night.

Join Facebook breastfeeding groups, they have so many helpful ladies on them and some even have lactation consultants. If you want to join one and can't find any let me know.