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| BREASTFEEDING ADVICE: What would you tell a new breastfeeding mom? |
So it was no surprise to us that when we asked moms to share their advice for others on our Facebook page, we got some great responses. We wanted to share them here, so all moms can benefit from these great tips. If you haven't yet added your advice, don't forget to join in the conversation.
Question: What's your advice for a fellow breastfeeding mom?
Answers:
- I say feed on demand, let the baby make the schedule, sleep when you can and enjoy every minute. That is my ever so wise advice ;)
- I pump, and I actually set my alarm about 25 minutes before the baby wakes up on her schedule to pump then feed her, it makes it as easy as possible.
- Nurse on demand, and realize that yes, even though you just fed him/her 45 minutes ago, he/she could be hungry again ;)
- Don't rush to stop. Just because baby stops for a bit doesn't mean they're done -- my baby grazes forever.
- Banish the word schedule from your home. Watch the baby not the clock!
What would you add? Let us know on our Facebook page or in a comment below.
2 comments:
Be patient. Breastfeeding, while being the most natural thing in the world, doesn't always come easy. It can be frustrating when you're exhausted and the baby's crying and not wanting to latch, but it's worth it. Just breathe and take it one day at a time.
Be patient and don't give up!
I agree. I would add that if you have ANY difficulty, see your local lactation consultants (most hospitals or doctor's offices have lists and phone numbers). Also don't be afraid to try multiple solutions. My baby wouldn't latch properly, we tried a nipple shield and it worked to help him learn to latch. We were able to wean him off after awhile and now he is 5 months and exclusively breastfed.
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