WeMoms
25 Jul 2022

Breastfeeding introduction: when to do it?

After the miracle of birth, it's time to get to know each other better, possibly through the first breastfeeding.

  • When your baby comes out of your belly, he or she doesn't usually need to be fed immediately.
  • About one to two hours after the birth, the latching and sucking reflex will start to develop, and this is when the first breastfeeding can take place.
  • Breastfeeding has many benefits for your newborn. In addition to direct contact that reassures your child and establishes a connection, the first milk (also called the colostrum), is a very concentrated food that strengthens natural defenses.
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crystal
7 Jun 2022

Hey. New here. First time mom. I have been breastfeeding my almost 3 week old but she is not gaining weight and we are going to try supplementing with formula. How do you do that exactly? Like feed them breastmilk during the day and then formula after a certain time at night? Any help and advice will be greatly appreciated.

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Fiona
You can try and she is only 3 weeks so maybe she’s just not gaining weight that’s also a possibility Bcux sometimes no matter how much you feed them they don’t gain weight but they have their time when they will pick up weight out of no where
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Bee
Do you pump? I was told to supplement with my 2nd born because she wasn't gaining weight. At the time I had over 60 Oz of breastmilk in my freezer. So I thawed it and bottle fed the breastmilk. I started with breastfeeding, wait an hour bottle feed 2-4 Oz, next hour breastfeeding and so on. I did this for 2 weeks and she started gaining weight. Didn't have to use formula. Hope this helps.
7 Jun 2022

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Karima
28 May 2022

First time mom. Breastfeeding my daughter she latches and eats well but now she’s throwing up the milk after every feeding. She’ll burp then spit it all up so idk if she’s full and overeating or not getting enough so getting worried.

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Feed her with you laying slightly back on some pillows. Allows her to control the flow and strengthens her neck muscles so she will move her head when she is full. Easy on your back and a great way to exercise for her. If feeding from a bottle at any point, hold her in a sitting up position and let her drink at her own pace. Burp by gently straightening the back lightly tapping. Allows the bubbles to move up and out. Doesn't need so much force to get the burp out. Too hard will force the milk up. The esophagus is not developed to the point of closing properly to keep everything down so you gotta be extra gentle and mindful of how you are holding her up. Sit her up for a little bit to give time to digest a little.
28 May 2022

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Karima
Thank you so much for this!
6 Jun 2022

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Dani
27 May 2022

One thing I didn't do during my first pregnancy that I MADE SURE I did during this pregnancy is FULLY educate myself on breastfeeding. It was overwhelming after I delivered my first son to have 10 different nurses walking in and out telling me 10 different do's and don'ts while I was trying to breastfeed AND even stopping me in the middle of breastfeeding just to tell me something else ? I COMPLETELY gave up breastfeeding before I even left the hospital and I blame myself for not having the least bit of education on how to breastfeed my child. I'M READY THIS TIME AND I'M TELLING THOSE NURSES TO BACK THE HELL UP ?? # Educate&AdvocateForYourself

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Katie
Yes!!! Empower yourself with that knowledge! I hate that sort of crap. Like can they let you TRY it on your own first before getting all up in your buisiness with their 2 cents?! Did i ask for help yet? Geez hahah
27 May 2022

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Alecia ?
Love the energyyyy! I’m definitely trying to be like you this time around for my 1st child ?
27 May 2022

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Kylee
25 May 2022

I am having so much trouble getting my supply up. What are some things you guys have done to get your supply up? This is my second baby but first time breastfeeding/pumping.

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Lydia
They have this herbal tea, I believe it's called Milky Momma or something similar, also oatmeal helps a lot, but you'll get tired of it really quickly. Stay away from peppermint
25 May 2022

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Kylee
I will have to try that! I have oatmeal here. Not really a fan of oatmeal it's self, but I'm willing to try anything that helps me get my supply up!
25 May 2022

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stephanie
21 May 2022

Officially 9 days postpartum with my perfect little boy. I have known that I may have trouble breastfeeding because of my lumpectomies and such that I have had in the past. Little man latched right away and got the hang of breastfeeding, however at our first doctors visit 2 days postpartum he was losing weight so I decided to exclusively pump so I could make sure my baby was getting what he needs. I am currently struggling to keep up and only make what he needs BARELY with pumping every 2-3 hours, but I’m finding it very discouraging and am feeling a bit trapped. I constantly feel like I am in a race trying to pump enough before he gets so hungry he’s screaming. I feel like I am so concentrated on pumping and feeding and my supply that I don’t even have time to bond with my baby. By the time I pump, bottle, feed, and wash all the pump parts it takes me like an hour. And then its almost time to pump again. Does it get any easier ? theres so much more pressure now with this formula shortage I’m stressed beyond belief and just want to do what’s best for my baby and also myself. Anyone else feeling the same?

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Juju
I went through the same thing and had to supplement with formula so my baby could gain weight and for my mental health. To me it never go easier and the pain never went away especially since I felt the let down of the milk too. I’ve stopped pumping and have been given her breastmilk that I saved with mostly formula.
21 May 2022

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stephanie
Ugh. It sucks! I feel like guilty either way. I feel guilty for not providing it because I can’t handle it and I feel guilty for not being present with him because I’m so focused on just supplying. I have gotten some formula and will probably start supplementing especially since my baby is ALWAYS hungry and the doctor told us we can increase the amount of ounces
21 May 2022

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Erika
7 May 2022

From The Wipes, Diapers, & Formulas I Don’t Know What’s Safe Anymore ??‍♀️ As A First Time Mom This Is Scary ? I Pray Breastfeeding Works Out For Us ??

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Hayden
I’m using water wipes I been seeing so much bad stuff
7 May 2022

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Tiye
I think honest diapers are safe also there are cloth diapers you don’t have to worry about any chemicals in those. I’m using water wipes also. Also baby food is something to do research on bc a lot of chemicals and even traces of mental can be found in many that’s why I’m planning on making my own.
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Mary
26 Jan 2022

Hey everyone I'm a first time breastfeeding and I'm afraid that my supply night be slowing down if you know what I mean. Especially now that she is eating some solid foods. Is there a way to keep my supply up for baby girl

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Jasmine
I was in your shoes with my daughter. When my milk first came in I had an abundance of it, but it started to decrease around 3 months but I somehow managed to keep breast feeding until she was 11 months then transitioned her to formula. What helped me keep my supply up was drinking about a gallon of water per day and lactation cookies you can find at Walmart seemed like they worked for me as well. Also making sure you eat often and the food being packed with protein and fiber. Oats in general help. I hope I helped a little! Good luck Mama!!
26 Jan 2022

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Mary
The water I will work on but I love the cookies from Walmart I'm like addicted to them but I haven't been able to get them in a while. Thank you so much for your help I really do appreciate this
26 Jan 2022

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Reba
22 Jan 2022

Ladies recommendations for the best bottles to use for both breastfeeding and bottle feeding I used Nuk with my first son but I didn't breastfeed??????

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Heather
I liked Tommee Tippee bottles. The center piece doesn't only help prevent colic but also features a strip that turns pink if the milk is too warm for the baby. Plus the nipples are shaped to be closer to natural ❤️
22 Jan 2022

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Marissa
Nuk & Philips Avent bottles. My daughter was breastfed for awhile and loved these bottles.
22 Jan 2022

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Krystal w/a K
14 Jan 2022

How was it your first time breastfeeding. This will be my first when I give birth since I was unable to do it with my 1st born.

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Breesia
It takes time to get use to it my first week was painful because she was still learning to latch on and it hurt but now its fine just make sure you put nipple cream on or even your own breast milk can help heal your nipples if they start to hurt or get sore!
14 Jan 2022

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Krystal w/a K
Thank you!!!! This is very helpful
14 Jan 2022

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Andrea
3 Dec 2021

Hi! I am a first time mom to a three month old. I am breastfeeding and I want to produce more milk so I can pump as well. Any suggestions?

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Shylah
Go to target and buy this thing called “pump princess” it works miracles I used it to produce more milk or Fennel or fenugreek
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Andrea
Thank you ??
3 Dec 2021

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