Tips to help build a supply ? 😭 pediatrician just told me to buy a thing of formula cause I’m not pumping an ounce and baby only made one wet diaper today. I broke down into tears . I’ve been feeding on demand . I’ve been so dedicated. I’m so upset
I bit the bulletin and bought a few bikini tops. I haven’t worn a bikini top since before having kids but I’m doing it this year. I’ve been working so hard on myself with working out and eating better. I’m also just feeling more comfortable in my own skin. I have some saggy skin and stretch marks but ya know what I’ve seen worse at the beach haha. I’m proud of myself for this!! I’m owning my belly this summer!!! F it ya know?
I’ve seen a couple posts about Panera on here, and I’ve always been curious if it’s good or not... so I think I might just try it!!
I’m pretty sure my baby had the hiccups?!! It’s been a long time since I’ve been pregnant so can someone please tell me what they feel like?!!!
What do you keep your thermostat on? It’s summer I get that but it’s been mild with all this rain so I’ve had it at 74. My husband doesn’t agree with me. So I’m curious what is normal I guess.
What are you guys thoughts on drinking eggnog? I’ve been told it’s fine and I’ve been told it’s not so I’m kinda 🤔
Mandy·
My was the same way after she was discharged from the hospital. Definitely increase water. Also eating plain oatmeal helped me a ton
Brianna Montgomery ·
@oggirl.mom, @massgirl, thank you 🥺 did your daughter get better w it ?
Mandy··
Yeah she was better by the time she was two weeks. Just keep an eye on his wet diapers so he doesn't get dehydrated. Don't be afraid to supplement. It's not a big deal. Fed is best. It actually worked in my favor because my daughter easily took formula when she needed to (if I left her with a sitter and when we figured out she had a dairy allergy) and I believe it was because I supplemented early on
Brianna Montgomery ··
it’s just discouraging when you had such high hopes to do one thing and it’s not the same 😭
Mandy··
just be patient. Stressing out about it will only make it worse
watz·
Water, Gatorade, i found what worked best for me was oatmeal with blackstrap molasses drizzled over the top.
Make sure you're eating enough calories too
Justgotaname ·
It’s ok if you have to supplement a little!! It doesn’t mean breastfeeding won’t work! My milk didn’t come in for a full 4 days. Take a deep breath. Hang in there!!
Brianna Montgomery ··
Thank you ❤️
Mama Coco·
Pumping isn’t an accurate representation of what baby is taking in. People may respond differently to pumps than actually nursing.
How often are you feeding baby? At 4 days old, it should be every 2-3 hours, for a total of 8-12 feeds a day. Best way to increase supply is to increase the time at the breast, in addition to making sure you’re well hydrated and fed. Usually it’s after baby has regained birthweight that a true on demand schedule is appropriate, but until then it’s best not to let baby go too long without offering.
Has your milk fully come in yet? It can take 5 days for it to fully come in. But if baby needs a top off until then, that’s alright!
I’ve also attached a graphic of how big baby’s stomachs are and what a normal amount they can handle. If you need additional resources, check out kellymom (either the website or the Facebook group).
Mama Coco··
@briannalynn547, do you have an electric tooth brush or anything that vibrates? If so, using that above/around the clog can help break it up. Sunflower lecithin is also supposed to help with clogs.
Brianna Montgomery ··
Im sure I have to have something that vibrates . If not I was thinking about going and getting one of those massage things from the store lol . But I just hand expressed so much. Still not fully gone but
Mama Coco··
how’re you doing today?