Also pumping creating a over supply and if your not nursing frequently and not pumping frequently also you're at risk of getting clogged ducts and mastitis , especially when your milk isn't regulated yet

@arivera64 mom life got me added. Not sure what happened lol But I'm in now. And I'm going to look up local lactation professionals. I live in a rural area so hopefully there are some close.

Weird. I can't add you either. Hmmm

Hopefully mom.life_usa can sort it out.

You'll be great though! It's normal to be nervous, but it will all be ok. Just make sure you know your local resources and trusted lactation professionals that can help you.

Let me see if i can get you added.

@arivera64 I tried to message her to be added but I can't. @mom.life_usa Is checking with her to see what is going on bc it won't let me message her for some reason. @dpilon0629 @@arivera64 I guess I'm just nervous bc this is my first baby so I'm nervous about everything lol. I'm sure it'll be easier once he's here and I get started. My heart and mind are set on breast feeding.

@dpilon0629 I agree! You guys can do it! Don't be afraid.

My sister @cubanese has a breastfeeding group if you ladies would like to be added

@arivera64, well that's good to know! Just passing on what I was told just at my appt last week! But jleexoxo is better off talking to a lactation counselor anyways! Especially if she is nervous or scared!

There is nothing to be confused or worried about. Know the signs of hunger, and feed your baby. That's it! You can do it.

Unfortunately OBs while they have some understanding of breastfeeding, they are not certified in lactation study. There is no need to increase your supply if it isn't low. The average woman WILL make enough milk for her baby. There are mothers who exclusively breastfeed and do not use a pump at all. So that statement is completely false @dpilon0629

@jleexoxo, yeah girl talk to your OB and a lactation counselor 😊 I'm terrified but we agreed I would try

@dpilon0629 I'll have to ask my OB. I'm nervous to breast feed and just feel confused ugh lol

@arivera64 thank you. I will be at home for awhile so I'll probably wait 3 or 4 weeks and start pumping.

My OB said to pump after every feeding to increase your supply!! Which needs to start immediately after birth

The reason is because you want to let your supply regulate first which usually takes 4 to 6 weeks. However, some people have to pump right away because they have to go back to work very soon, they have a baby in the nicu, or other reasons.