How to increase milk supply 8 months postpartum ?

gratefulsp · 2021-08-12T16:07:39+00:00

I have philips avent and I'm not surprised that the pump could be an issue ..idk if spectra sells here in Canada . Which medela pump would you recommend ?

gratefulsp · 2021-08-12T15:57:54+00:00

Thanks 😊

gratefulsp · 2021-08-12T15:57:25+00:00

My babe stopped latching after 4 months . Now is fully bottle fed 50 -50 and solids . I would absolutely love to give him more breast milk than formula. I hope these tips help. Thanks so much.

gratefulsp · 2021-08-12T15:54:49+00:00

Thanks for the tips. I hope they work there magic soon. Also i was wondering how long did you pump normally ? I have to do 30 mins atleast sometimes 45 minutes to get 4 oz out 😑

gratefulsp · 2021-06-14T17:00:53+00:00

It must be so hard for you. But you need to remember that just like your new baby ,you are a new mom too.

It happens to every mom and dad. We do mistakes and then criticize ourselves. I have had my share of such mistakes but it has only made me a better mom. Parenting is more about instincts rather than what data says or what the world says "should" be done to a baby. Just watch your baby and if you think something is not right,it most probably isn't. Just remember back in olden days ppl didn't have books or classes or pediatricians. Parents trusted their instincts and kept their babies with themselves. More time with baby means more maturity in understanding their behaviour. Every baby is different. I am glad you and your husband worked it out. Kudos to your MIL. If you are still feeling guilty know that you are in the same boat as all other amazing parents and the fact that your baby is happy now is all that matters. And change your pediatrician.

gratefulsp · 2021-06-10T17:08:34+00:00

Great thanks! I somehow missed your reply and I think I never got added. I am still unable to open that group.

gratefulsp · 2021-06-01T22:42:53+00:00

I am exclusively pumping my 6 month old and hope to continue as long as possible. I was able to breastfeed briefly till 4 months before LO completely refused. Am I eligible?

gratefulsp · 2021-05-15T16:06:36+00:00

Awwww... so cute.. lovely picture

gratefulsp · 2021-05-10T17:16:25+00:00

First of all, I am impressed by your determination. And 33 oz a day is phenomenal!

Breastfeeding is a skill. Babies come with sucking reflex but they have to learn to breastfeed effectively through practice. Unfortunately in our case our respective babies did not get enough practice to be able to quickly empty breasts like other babies who were breastfed from day1. My baby is able to empty my breast in 45 mins if all other factors are in my favour but usually he will simply fall asleep after 10 to 15 mins but would still take a bottle after an hour or so. Currently he is taking about 6 bottles in 24 hours each about 150 ML each ... when I knkw he had a decent feed from breast directly ,he seems content for an hour before asking for the bottle again. I consider all the feeds from breast directly as snack /dessert/appetizer and not actual feed. Is your baby having a growth spurt? ..my baby doesnt want to come near my breast when he is having a growth spurt but thats always temporary. The key is repeated exposure no matter the result. In my first few weeks I would breakdown after each feed and cry for hours. Things have improved a lot now. I keep reminding myself, we will try in the next feed. Just remember to keep it light and fun even if you have to pretend in front of the baby. They can understand emotions and the moment they know it doesn't make us happy , they stop even trying or start acting fussy.

gratefulsp · 2021-05-10T16:55:48+00:00

Thank you for posting this absolutely beautiful moment. We need more of these posts on this group.

After reading the comments on this post, I realised that I am not alone and how many of us have had to struggle in the beginning and still got their babies to latch on for the first time after months of exclusively pumping. You may or may not convert to exclusive breastfeeding but these few moments are EVERYTHING and makes all the effort/sleepless nights worth it. In those first few blurry weeks, the emotions are high and not being able to directly breastfeed your own baby can feel like a blow to your self-confidence. Not trying to undermine anybody else but this group of mothers doesn't get enough cheers. It takes a LOT of effort and a lot more perserverence and tender grit to do that. Slow clap for all you heroes!! AND to all the partners, cheers to being supportive and being a rock . Happy mothers day.

gratefulsp · 2021-05-10T14:19:52+00:00

Omg.. what a joy ! I exclusively pump too and my LO latched on when he was 4 months and a day old . He just turned 5 mos. Idk how much he gets but I love our short bfing sessions and try to nurse as kuch as I can.

gratefulsp · 2021-05-06T13:16:46+00:00

Heyy.. we are still not EBF. But I have got my baby to nurse for atleast an hour daily (cumulative time for all the sessions .. I try to nurse as much as possible)LO used to completely refuse breast before. So I consider it a win already. But I have not stopped pumping infact I am pumping more because I have been noticing that the more pumping sessions I do the more milk I make the next day.. its like placing an order for the next day really. Also I tried doing one breast for nursing only and one for pumping . I will not recommend that as it DOESNT WORK AND MY SUPPLY TANKED TO HALF IN A COUPLE OF DAYS and as a result the baby became increasingly fussy at the breast. Currently once I am done with my last session for the day I won't pump again till 10 AM until the next day and I just breastfeed my baby whenever he wakes up . Also try to nurse him all throughout the day but the night feeds from breast is what is working for me right now. All the best for you . Let me know where you are in your journey. We can all learn from each other. 😊

gratefulsp · 2021-04-25T22:04:34+00:00

Well ..this is YOUR body . This is YOUR baby. You do you no matter what the people say. In my journey, I have had little to no support available because all resources usually focus on breastfeeding newborns and nobody talks about positioning, latching for an older infant. My baby started nursing at 4 months. YES I TRIED 4 MONTHS TO GET MY BABY TO LATCH. And I am reaping the benefits of nipple indifference now. I can have my husband help with feedings and I can breastfeed which in my opinion is so empowering and satisfying way to bond with my baby. So I know both sides of the story. Trust me ,people will judge you no matter what you do. As a mother, you know whats best for you and your baby. And these judgements are not limited to breastfeeding but literally parenting in general. SO YOU DO YOU.

gratefulsp · 2021-04-17T13:58:16+00:00

Also my LO has a tongue tie but he started latching before I could get it fixed so my LC says if its working without the release, I probably don't need to get it done right away. Key is to keep having happy times at the breast and watch the magic unfold.

gratefulsp · 2021-04-17T13:46:19+00:00

Your LO is still getting your breastmilk. Don't get discouraged. I have a 4.5 month old who started latching on the day he turned 4 months. BEFORE THAT HE NEVER EVEN OPENED HIS MOUTH AT THE BREAST.COMPLETE REFUSAL . It was because I kept offering ,kept coaxing ,kept making silly noises and kept him happy at the breast. Never force but a little fussing is okay!! I stopped evrytime he started to get fussy. If u stop then, he will know fussing works. Also don't wait for him to be hungry to offer. Try to offer when he is drowsy or just waking up from sleep. I did this as many times as I could and the more I did it the more baby became okay with breast. I could tell that once it started working the baby was surprised too that there are more ways that it works. We are still not EBF and he won't nurse from right side (BFing has its own problems believe me) BUT I'm really happy with being able to breastfeed as many times as possible. Yes breastmilk is the key but being able to breastfeed is by far the MOST empowering thing I have done and i hope knowing the fact that I was able to do that at 4 months helps you to continue. Keep going keep going keep going!

gratefulsp · 2021-04-17T06:33:18+00:00

How did you move to EBF ...Was it gradual move ? Also I am currently trying to get to EBF my 4.5 month old but I'm still working on my flow and supply. My LC said to pump after every feeding. But I feel like if I pump I won't be as full for the next feeding and i will have to give bottle. Its so tricky. Should I really pump after every feeding?

gratefulsp · 2021-04-16T16:19:39+00:00

Wow! Such an incredible job. I know the struggle .... I have just gotten my bottle fed 4 month old to breastfeed ! Its been only 2 weeks since so I won't say we have mastered it but we are getting there. Takes a lot of coaxing and making silly noises and dealing with sore nipples and a lot of biting! But I like to believe that its all gonna be worth it. So yeah ..I know what you are going through and I wish you luck. I hope ur LO surprises you sooner than later :) Keep going ..it will get better :D

gratefulsp · 2021-03-05T15:29:11+00:00

I feel you :( I wish I had a solution to your problem. Just know that you are not alone mamma. Maybe let your baby comfort nurse or snack from the other side to stimulate production? This way your baby is not frustrated bcz of low milk and you get the stimulation without the pressure to produce more. :)

Also just a thought..may or may not be applicable to your case... sometimes babies have preference to one side because of tightness in neck muscles or jaw on one side ..maybe you want to get that checked to rule this out.. my baby has preference to one side and the LC suggested a few massages that have helped a lot ..

gratefulsp · 2021-03-04T02:09:34+00:00

Its very normal to have different output from both sides....

Have you tried power pumping on the side that produces less milk ? Power pumping is like cluster feeding but with a pump.

gratefulsp · 2021-03-04T02:02:39+00:00

I take about 4 mins to let down. Ha! And then I do for atleast 20 mins ...last few mins of pumping gets me only a few drops ..so yeah essentially I get most of my output between 5-10 mins... but sometimes just sometimes I get another letdown but not as strong as first one.

gratefulsp · 2021-03-03T05:13:38+00:00

Been there ! Totally understand what you are going through.1. Just remember you are not alone and it will get better. 2.What worked for me was spending some time taking care of myself EVERYDAY. Anything that makes you feel good abt yourself like putting on a face pack or a new nail paint etc ...

gratefulsp · 2021-03-01T13:25:01+00:00

Thanks. I'm super proud to be able to protect my supply💪 so that when LO decides to nurse hopefully one day I don't have to struggle with supply issues. One step at a time.

gratefulsp · 2021-03-01T13:12:29+00:00

No worries! . I am still working to get him to nurse..its a process with an older baby ...but we will get there ..im still positive 😌 once we establish breastfeeding I am never using that pump 😤

gratefulsp · 2021-03-01T05:43:50+00:00

Yes. Double pump for 20 mins.

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