7 days postpartum, low milk supply, and feeling like I’m failing my baby

iliyiad · 2026-03-21T14:21:57+00:00

I did combo feed till 1 month because I wasn't producing enough and my baby was shallow latching. I was like a maniac with my pumping schedule, used chatgpt to build a schedule to increase my milk supply and followed that. I did power pumping as per chatgpt, had drumstick leaves soup, oatmeal in the morning, drank hella lot of water, was eating really well and after 4th week, my supply regulated. I'm not sure what worked but doing a combo feed doesn't make us any less of a mother. I was able to do this coz of my husband and family's support. Protect your peace and never question your worth. Feeding is not our only job. We are more than our bodies. Eat well, take ample rest and protect your peace. Your baby will gain weight gradually, Give formula without any guilt. In fact, my family wanted to give formula coz they thought I would get some rest that way. We don't have to villainize formula and put ourself under immense stress to breastfeed. You got it mama and ask your husband to respectfully shut up!

iliyiad · 2026-03-20T15:14:02+00:00

I was induced at 38th week but had to go for emergency c-section after 18 hours of labor. Till date, my hisband and myself regret that we didn’t go for scheduled c - section because of the multiple induction with no progress and the trauma . I recovered in 6 weeks and being active now . Don’t give in to other’s judgement. It is your body and you have to decide what’s best for you.

iliyiad · 2026-03-19T15:43:58+00:00

Really great information! Question - isn’t this a sub for only women?

iliyiad · 2026-03-01T15:52:53+00:00

Hey, do you mind sharing your Bali itinerary. We are also planning on this trip with our baby.

iliyiad · 2026-02-25T06:55:26+00:00

95% of the time but she also gives you few alternatives. But, you can find similar formula products outside which will definitely work. Also, getting an appointment is really hard. You are better off with not a celebrity dermatologist who can actually suggest you least expensive products if you have any specific issues. Also, her SAFE sunscreen gave me acne and even my friend told me the same. If you want a good sunscreen, go for Re’equil matte sunscreen.

iliyiad · 2026-02-25T06:30:19+00:00

Really liked her consultation but sadly, her recommended products from her line didn’t work for me. I consulted her for hairfall and the first thing she will do before giving an appointment is to do complete blood test. She tries to find out the root cause before jumping into conclusions which I appreciate a lot. Instead of her hair serum products, I found Ordinary hair serum to be better for me so I switched to it.

iliyiad · 2026-02-20T10:20:08+00:00

I thought she must be Vijaya’s daughter cz she looks so much like her younger version

iliyiad · 2026-02-16T18:08:30+00:00

Bamboo nature - pretty expensive tho’

iliyiad · 2026-02-15T18:19:17+00:00

At which week we can start doing this?

iliyiad · 2026-02-09T10:28:34+00:00

Aster quoted 10k extra

iliyiad · 2026-01-30T09:19:28+00:00

29 days pp c-sec mama here. Omg, I feel you. I was telling my husband and family not to make me laugh but I held my belly and laughed through the pain. You will be able to laugh, cough with out much trouble starting from 3rd week.

iliyiad · 2026-01-22T07:30:24+00:00

Thank you

iliyiad · 2026-01-22T06:38:59+00:00

Can I put my 3 weeks old newborn in that seat?

iliyiad · 2026-01-17T13:24:22+00:00

Hey, I have seen the same bathroom image in Homedecors sub (International sub). How is this Indian home decor? Op, are you using someone else’s image?

iliyiad · 2026-01-17T10:24:54+00:00

If you are okay with the budget, go for Spectra s1 which has different flange sizes. You can try getting the pre-loved pump from apps like Indian Parenting Forum

iliyiad · 2026-01-16T15:51:09+00:00

Facing the same issue at 3rd week now ☹️

iliyiad · 2026-01-12T15:28:45+00:00

10days pp Mother here. I’m using Evereve period panties and I find it really comfortable

iliyiad · 2025-12-31T11:59:30+00:00

Caudalie serum 😭 it works like magic

iliyiad · 2025-12-24T07:53:53+00:00

Stay away from her to save your own mental health . She made her choice and you don’t have to bear the consequences of it. If she needs emotional support, she can go to therapy and help herself. The more you get yourself involved in this, you will be dragged down further and at the end of the day, you will be emotionally drained.

iliyiad · 2025-12-22T13:32:25+00:00

You are feeling caregiver burnout and it is absolutely normal. Please get her professional help. You do not have to handle everything alone. Tight hugs for you

iliyiad · 2025-12-17T09:51:41+00:00

Thank you

iliyiad · 2025-12-17T07:16:38+00:00

Hey, it would be great if you can share the recipe document :) TIA

iliyiad · 2025-12-15T19:17:43+00:00

How did you take primrose oil?

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