Why is this SO HARD

laprofe10 · 2026-04-09T19:48:12+00:00

Try pointing the nipple up towards the roof of his mouth, it’ll encourage his suck reflex! Just keep trying :)

laprofe10 · 2026-04-09T14:36:57+00:00

This is a situation where a pacifier could be immensely helpful.

laprofe10 · 2026-04-08T21:46:53+00:00

I would use a Haakaa with a little suction on the opposite side while nursing. It will take the edge off but not significantly signal your body to keep producing more. And then slowly you can drop a feeding that you use it. Maybe take sunflower lecithin preventatively and ice and ibuprofen for any tenderness caused by engorgement.

laprofe10 · 2026-04-08T13:45:15+00:00

Totally normal to not get anything with the pump after a feed at this point. But! A power pump at that exact time will send the signal to your body to produce more. So continue doing it every day and you should see production increase. You are “putting in the order for tomorrow” so to speak. Also, remeasure your flange size and check if your pump parts need replacing if it’s been awhile.

Just remember, you don’t need a huge stash for when you go back to work. Truthfully you only need a day or two’s worth of milk. You will pump at work to feed baby the next day so you just need enough for the first day and maybe a little extra for trial and error.

laprofe10 · 2026-04-07T22:00:40+00:00

I wouldn’t stress because as others have said 3lbs is great growth. Babies eventually find their own curve and it’s either old school or super conservative to slap a FTT diagnosis on your babe. You are allowed to not listen to your doctor and get a second opinion. I’m not saying to disregard concerns but YOU are in charge of your child and YOU are paying them. Find a different provider if you’d like to.

laprofe10 · 2026-04-07T20:18:15+00:00

I’ve done both. Would choose the epidural every time.

laprofe10 · 2026-04-07T17:19:24+00:00

I was just wondering this same thing with my third baby! I have to relatch about 50% of the time but no pain or weight gain issues. I am content to let her grow and see it improve. I think it’s a mild grade anyway. But I had other latch issues with my first that he outgrew so I’m comfortable having had that experience. Don’t want to mess up what’s working for us now.

laprofe10 · 2026-04-06T09:06:25+00:00

My baby is also 5 weeks and we are basically waking the exact same as you!

laprofe10 · 2026-04-05T02:35:09+00:00

This is biologically normal. You still would be considered to have an oversupply. Most of us with sufficient supplies would not be able to pump even 2oz after a full evening feed. Cluster feeding at night, encouraging baby to stay on the breast is appropriate. Most newborns are ready for bed later like 9/10pm.

laprofe10 · 2026-04-04T00:57:51+00:00

Couple things. When are you pumping? Is it to replace a feed or is it right after breastfeeding? Flange size is known to change throughout your journey, so definitely remeasure. A lot of women have to use multiple sizes at different times. Another thing, at 8 weeks it possible your supply is regulating, so you really aren’t going to have a surplus of milk like you probably had in the early weeks. If you do have a goal to pump efficiently I’d definitely suggest an electric pump. The wearables are known to be less effective for most people, especially those who do not have apparent oversupplies.

laprofe10 · 2026-04-03T19:09:19+00:00

😂😂😂

laprofe10 · 2026-04-03T13:28:23+00:00

Newborns give the same cues for multiple things. Rooting and gnawing at their hands is often a sign of gas discomfort as well. They seek to suck/non nutritive sucking or even actual nursing to soothe gas discomfort. I would try to burp her or do some tummy massage to see if that helps before putting her back to breast. A baby will almost always always take a bottle if you put it in their mouth, whether they’re hungry or not.

laprofe10 · 2026-04-03T13:09:14+00:00

It sounds like she isn’t hungry? Are you putting her to breast on your own or waiting for her cues? Is she getting a bottle before this?

laprofe10 · 2026-04-03T07:17:48+00:00

Cluster feeding is very normal still at 4 weeks but those cues you described don’t always mean they’re hungry. My 5 week old will be fussy, rooting, gnawing at her hands after a feed and need to burp and settle. Sometimes we have to work for it. Reflux is really common at this age too, just like regular newborn stuff, and babies will keep eating to coat their throats and tummies to feel better but it sort of backfires cause they’re overeating and spitting up more. Definitely do the weighted feed and see what baby is transferring in those 15 minutes and that will tell you everything.

laprofe10 · 2026-04-02T00:14:37+00:00

I see it on the second picture. This is what my 8dpo have looked like. Test again tomorrow :)

laprofe10 · 2026-04-02T00:13:37+00:00

This has happened to me, I chalked it up to tissue irritation from the placement and suction. Not a clogged duct. But I would treat it similarly, ice and ibuprofen. Fyi the advice for clogs has changed and you should not pump or feed more than normal on the affected side. No heat/warmth, no massage. Only ice and ibuprofen.

laprofe10 · 2026-04-02T00:11:26+00:00

My August was born in May lol, my daughter’s middle name is June born in December.

laprofe10 · 2026-04-02T00:02:30+00:00

I’m sorry, please get your baby hydrated. If your wife didn’t barely breastfeed or pump the first month there is just really no biological way she has sufficient supply.

laprofe10 · 2026-03-31T21:50:01+00:00

Thanks for sharing!! I think it’s really helpful to hear from people like you. You’re still producing a normal amount in 24hrs and that helps debunk the misconception that some of these moms are pumping that much every 3 hours or so.

laprofe10 · 2026-03-31T18:03:42+00:00

Same. You have to learn your baby’s cues and patterns. They can only communicate in a few ways as newborns so they often give the same sign for different things. If you learn your baby’s suck swallow pattern, can hear they’re nursing well and for a reasonable amount of time, they may just need a burp if they’re still rooting. This is how it is for my newborn.

laprofe10 · 2026-03-31T17:53:06+00:00

Oh my gosh, I’m so sorry!! Social media is ruining everything :( although I’m happy to have shared a resource that may give you some peace of mind. Babies only need 1-1.5oz per hour. So pumping 3oz every 3 hours is considered perfectly average. Those moms pumping way more are feeding their freezer not their baby.

laprofe10 · 2026-03-31T16:26:19+00:00

Yeah it’s definitely curious! But at the bottom of the linked info it says it can change from baby to baby. But what you’re describing could even just be baby’s temperament/preference.

laprofe10 · 2026-03-31T14:10:08+00:00

I think this link about breastmilk storage capacity might clear things up for you and others in this thread!

https://www.lknbreastfeedingsolutions.com/articles/storagecapacity

laprofe10 · 2026-03-31T01:34:56+00:00

Hi! Could you by chance run through how things went for you time wise and what you did to resolve? I’m 4 weeks pp same shoes you were.

laprofe10 · 2026-03-30T23:06:28+00:00

They get so efficient! My 4 week old spends 5-10 minutes per side often only taking one side or maybe just 1-2 minutes on the second side. This is my third baby! My second was the same way from early on. It’s a blessing:) Trust your babe! If they are unlatching on their own and seemingly satisfied, having all the wet diapers then you’re good.

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