Comments on: Baby’s First Food: Breast Milk (Part 3) http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3 Just another WordPress weblog Wed, 23 May 2012 16:51:02 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 By: Kathryn http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-22577 Kathryn Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:27:58 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-22577 Hi- love your blog! I have 3 children. My son Christian is turning 3 in 2 weeks. My daughter Lily is turning 2 in October, and my son Logan was born January 15. All of my kids are 14 months apart- so trust me, I know the challenges of having children so close together! With my first 2 kids I was only able to breastfeed for about 6 weeks because I returned to work so quickly and I was also having major latch issues and soreness. With my baby Logan, I made a little vow to myself that I would commit to breastfeeding him for 6 months. Well, 6 months came and went and I'm still going strong! This is one of the biggest accomplishments for me! It was extremely difficult at first- I had such sore and cracked nippled that it was excruciating to feed him, but now feedings are the most enjoyable time of the day for me. I have been able to bond with him in such a way that I didn't get to experience with my other 2. Good luck to you!! Hi- love your blog! I have 3 children. My son Christian is turning 3 in 2 weeks. My daughter Lily is turning 2 in October, and my son Logan was born January 15. All of my kids are 14 months apart- so trust me, I know the challenges of having children so close together! With my first 2 kids I was only able to breastfeed for about 6 weeks because I returned to work so quickly and I was also having major latch issues and soreness. With my baby Logan, I made a little vow to myself that I would commit to breastfeeding him for 6 months. Well, 6 months came and went and I’m still going strong! This is one of the biggest accomplishments for me! It was extremely difficult at first- I had such sore and cracked nippled that it was excruciating to feed him, but now feedings are the most enjoyable time of the day for me. I have been able to bond with him in such a way that I didn’t get to experience with my other 2. Good luck to you!!

]]> By: Heather http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-19869 Heather Fri, 30 Apr 2010 23:31:40 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-19869 Your story is soooo similar to mine - with 3 of my 4 babies. It's so awful to go for that first checkup and see that despite your hard work and pain that the baby is not gaining. Some of the most stressful times of my life. Like you, each time, I learned better how to handle it, and started pumping earlier. And I am happy to say that each time after 4-6 weeks, my supply finally increased and I was able to wean them off of the formula without any trouble - even when all three were terrible latchers initially - and exclusively breastfeed. One daugher didn't latch properly AT ALL until she was 3 weeks old. Anyway, my point is just to offer encouragement, and to let people know that judicious use of formuala is literally a lifesaver, and can even SUPPORT breastfeeding. I am very pro-breastfeeding, but at the same time, I get aggravated by fanatics who refuse to consider that formula use can be helpful. Your story is soooo similar to mine – with 3 of my 4 babies. It’s so awful to go for that first checkup and see that despite your hard work and pain that the baby is not gaining. Some of the most stressful times of my life. Like you, each time, I learned better how to handle it, and started pumping earlier. And I am happy to say that each time after 4-6 weeks, my supply finally increased and I was able to wean them off of the formula without any trouble – even when all three were terrible latchers initially – and exclusively breastfeed. One daugher didn’t latch properly AT ALL until she was 3 weeks old. Anyway, my point is just to offer encouragement, and to let people know that judicious use of formuala is literally a lifesaver, and can even SUPPORT breastfeeding. I am very pro-breastfeeding, but at the same time, I get aggravated by fanatics who refuse to consider that formula use can be helpful.

]]> By: Shannon http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-18151 Shannon Wed, 17 Mar 2010 05:03:32 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-18151 Bless you for sharing your struggles. I have 3 children, ages 4, 6, and 8 now. Our middle daughter is adopted from China. We had our youngest almost exactly one year after stepping off the plane with our second. Each transition had its own set of struggles and joys. It all seems like a blur now. With both babies I started out breastfeeding, working through various issues, pumping, almost no sleep, etc. and dealing with all the guilt that came from considering formula. My wise mother, who had me late in life and is from an older generation, told me from the beginning, "Honey, if you can nurse, then do it, but if not, then give that baby a bottle, and he'll be just fine." After weeks of giving it my best shot, we swapped to formula for both babies. They, along with their adopted sister who was never breastfed, are happy, healthy children. And it's a joy to see them interact together - laughing, bickering, and all! So do what's best for you and your family, let go of the guilt and enjoy those exhausting, precious newborn days. Oh, and don't be afraid to ask friends for help! :) Praying for you, Shannon Bless you for sharing your struggles.

I have 3 children, ages 4, 6, and 8 now. Our middle daughter is adopted from China. We had our youngest almost exactly one year after stepping off the plane with our second. Each transition had its own set of struggles and joys. It all seems like a blur now.

With both babies I started out breastfeeding, working through various issues, pumping, almost no sleep, etc. and dealing with all the guilt that came from considering formula. My wise mother, who had me late in life and is from an older generation, told me from the beginning, “Honey, if you can nurse, then do it, but if not, then give that baby a bottle, and he’ll be just fine.” After weeks of giving it my best shot, we swapped to formula for both babies. They, along with their adopted sister who was never breastfed, are happy, healthy children. And it’s a joy to see them interact together – laughing, bickering, and all!

So do what’s best for you and your family, let go of the guilt and enjoy those exhausting, precious newborn days. Oh, and don’t be afraid to ask friends for help! :)

Praying for you,
Shannon

]]> By: Erika http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-15069 Erika Fri, 29 Jan 2010 06:03:00 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-15069 My boys are 14 months apart and now that the oldest is 2.5 and the youngest is 16 months, life is fun now with them. I will tell you though. With my first I was against anything but breastfeeding. When my son didn't have a dirty diaper for several days we knew we had to do something. I also tried the herbs, the pumping, the drinking water every chance I had, but I just couldn't produce enough so instead of giving our kids formula we actually gave them goat's milk which was recommended to us by the LC because it is closer to breastmilk then formula. The goat's milk was a life saver. The kids have been healthy and even to this day I still have them drinking it and whenever I see a runny nose I push the goat milk because whatever it all has in it boosts their immune systems. Just know that if you are unable to breastfeed that you are not a failure. I just needed someone to tell me that a few times and my life became a little simpler. It may be hard now but once the kids start interacting with each other, it is the most precious thing to watch(fighting over toys and all) Take care of your little ones! My boys are 14 months apart and now that the oldest is 2.5 and the youngest is 16 months, life is fun now with them. I will tell you though. With my first I was against anything but breastfeeding. When my son didn’t have a dirty diaper for several days we knew we had to do something. I also tried the herbs, the pumping, the drinking water every chance I had, but I just couldn’t produce enough so instead of giving our kids formula we actually gave them goat’s milk which was recommended to us by the LC because it is closer to breastmilk then formula. The goat’s milk was a life saver. The kids have been healthy and even to this day I still have them drinking it and whenever I see a runny nose I push the goat milk because whatever it all has in it boosts their immune systems. Just know that if you are unable to breastfeed that you are not a failure. I just needed someone to tell me that a few times and my life became a little simpler. It may be hard now but once the kids start interacting with each other, it is the most precious thing to watch(fighting over toys and all) Take care of your little ones!

]]> By: Heidi http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14561 Heidi Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:37:39 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14561 Well, I'm a mom to 6. My first 3 were all 14 months apart and life then was such a blur... I just remember being so tired. I stopped being so hard on myself and learned to do the same thing.. I breastfed when I could, always pumped to supplement and even still had to supplement a little formula. Don't let anyone tell you you aren't doing the best job ever... You are doing awesome. Having a happy YOU is the most important, then happy kids and husband is last!!! Do whatever it takes to keep your baby happy and healthy!!! Good luck to you with your 2 little ones.... Well, I’m a mom to 6. My first 3 were all 14 months apart and life then was such a blur… I just remember being so tired. I stopped being so hard on myself and learned to do the same thing.. I breastfed when I could, always pumped to supplement and even still had to supplement a little formula. Don’t let anyone tell you you aren’t doing the best job ever… You are doing awesome. Having a happy YOU is the most important, then happy kids and husband is last!!! Do whatever it takes to keep your baby happy and healthy!!! Good luck to you with your 2 little ones….

]]> By: Laurel http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14114 Laurel Thu, 07 Jan 2010 16:32:20 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14114 Amy-I know your struggle. The introduction of formula wasn't easy for us either. It took a blend of breastmilk and formula over a long period of time, slowly increasing the ratio of formula, before she would accept straight formula. They certainly prefer the good stuff! This time I'll definitely supplement earlier...and without guilt! Amy-I know your struggle. The introduction of formula wasn’t easy for us either. It took a blend of breastmilk and formula over a long period of time, slowly increasing the ratio of formula, before she would accept straight formula. They certainly prefer the good stuff! This time I’ll definitely supplement earlier…and without guilt!

]]> By: Amy http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14077 Amy Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:17:38 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14077 You're lucky that your first child accepted formula at 10 months. By 9 months or so my daughter's intake greatly exceeded my output. I had a frozen stash that was making up the difference. When it was gone at around 10 months, I tried to supplement (with much guilt just like everyone else) with formula. She refused it. She wouldn't take it straight up. I tried blending it with my breastmilk. She wouldn't touch it. She certainly thought that breastmilk was yummier than icky formula. The lesson I took away from the experience was that a breastfeeding mother should introduce formula early so that baby will accept it if she knows that she will be supplementing sometime in the future. You’re lucky that your first child accepted formula at 10 months. By 9 months or so my daughter’s intake greatly exceeded my output. I had a frozen stash that was making up the difference. When it was gone at around 10 months, I tried to supplement (with much guilt just like everyone else) with formula. She refused it. She wouldn’t take it straight up. I tried blending it with my breastmilk. She wouldn’t touch it. She certainly thought that breastmilk was yummier than icky formula.

The lesson I took away from the experience was that a breastfeeding mother should introduce formula early so that baby will accept it if she knows that she will be supplementing sometime in the future.

]]> By: Amy http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14076 Amy Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:04:47 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14076 Nursing while lying down was my favorite nursing position for nighttime feedings. My daughter would nurse for half an hour on a side and fall asleep. DH would get mad at me because I also fell asleep, but those let-down hormones are quite strong. It's normal to fall asleep while nursing. Don't beat yourself up about falling asleep. I don't see anything wrong with mom fitting in a few minutes of sleep while baby is nursing. Nursing while lying down was my favorite nursing position for nighttime feedings. My daughter would nurse for half an hour on a side and fall asleep. DH would get mad at me because I also fell asleep, but those let-down hormones are quite strong. It’s normal to fall asleep while nursing. Don’t beat yourself up about falling asleep. I don’t see anything wrong with mom fitting in a few minutes of sleep while baby is nursing.

]]> By: Lorie http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14075 Lorie Wed, 06 Jan 2010 02:32:48 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14075 I recently got The Ultimate Baby Wrap, which looks a lot like the Moby Wrap but it was on sale at Babies R Us. I can't wait to give it a try. If you want a light work out you might try http://chicks-n-chickens.com/. I recently got The Ultimate Baby Wrap, which looks a lot like the Moby Wrap but it was on sale at Babies R Us. I can’t wait to give it a try. If you want a light work out you might try http://chicks-n-chickens.com/.

]]> By: tricia http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14065 tricia Tue, 05 Jan 2010 22:24:32 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14065 Wow. Barney? You must have been desperate! (JK) Wow. Barney? You must have been desperate! (JK)

]]> By: tricia http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14064 tricia Tue, 05 Jan 2010 22:22:52 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14064 Best of luck with number two. Definitely don't feel guilty. Just read through the post comments to see all of the others that have shared your guilt. Best of luck with number two. Definitely don’t feel guilty. Just read through the post comments to see all of the others that have shared your guilt.

]]> By: tricia http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14063 tricia Tue, 05 Jan 2010 22:21:28 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14063 I have done this several times with this baby. It definitely works but I also have the tendency to fall asleep. I do it when desperate though. I have done this several times with this baby. It definitely works but I also have the tendency to fall asleep. I do it when desperate though.

]]> By: Laurel http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14062 Laurel Tue, 05 Jan 2010 22:02:18 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14062 I love that you share the depth of this process with us. You are NOT alone! My first baby was strictly breastfed. I didn't supplement with formula until 10 months. It was a long 10 months for me with supply issues, non-stop pumping, no sleep and she also had reflux. I did the elimination diet to help with her reflux. Anything acidic in my diet: tomatoes, most other vegetables, tea/coffee, and CHOCOLATE totally messed her up. We were happiest on an oatmeal, apples, chicken and rice diet. It was tough and I wish I had given myself permission to supplement earlier. I felt so guilty for doing it and then when I finally did it, she took so much formula! Way more milk than I was providing for her. Then that made me feel guilty for waiting so long. Baby #2 is due in April and permission to do what it takes to maintain my sanity without guilt is my number one goal. Oh, and the paci thing. Forget about it! Whatever will sooth her is best right now. Great job mama! You know what is best for you and your baby. Trust your instincts! I love that you share the depth of this process with us. You are NOT alone!

My first baby was strictly breastfed. I didn’t supplement with formula until 10 months. It was a long 10 months for me with supply issues, non-stop pumping, no sleep and she also had reflux. I did the elimination diet to help with her reflux. Anything acidic in my diet: tomatoes, most other vegetables, tea/coffee, and CHOCOLATE totally messed her up. We were happiest on an oatmeal, apples, chicken and rice diet. It was tough and I wish I had given myself permission to supplement earlier. I felt so guilty for doing it and then when I finally did it, she took so much formula! Way more milk than I was providing for her. Then that made me feel guilty for waiting so long. Baby #2 is due in April and permission to do what it takes to maintain my sanity without guilt is my number one goal.

Oh, and the paci thing. Forget about it! Whatever will sooth her is best right now. Great job mama! You know what is best for you and your baby. Trust your instincts!

]]> By: Meei http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14061 Meei Tue, 05 Jan 2010 21:54:35 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14061 Have some entertainment for the elder child. Mine was rather accepting to tandem nurse in an awkward position. HOwever, she worked into a more comfortable position after 2 sessions. How about reading while you nurse? or even singing? Also, when you have the time whenever the toddler is not fussy, put baby to the breast. I did this so that I will never be in a situation where I have a fussy toddler and a hungry baby at the same time! We at a few occasions even have to resort to putting on a Barney video :P (I figured it's better than a broke down mom, tantrum-throwing sis, crying baby all together) Have some entertainment for the elder child. Mine was rather accepting to tandem nurse in an awkward position. HOwever, she worked into a more comfortable position after 2 sessions. How about reading while you nurse? or even singing?
Also, when you have the time whenever the toddler is not fussy, put baby to the breast. I did this so that I will never be in a situation where I have a fussy toddler and a hungry baby at the same time!
We at a few occasions even have to resort to putting on a Barney video :P (I figured it’s better than a broke down mom, tantrum-throwing sis, crying baby all together)

]]> By: Meei http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14060 Meei Tue, 05 Jan 2010 21:48:48 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14060 Have you tried to nurse lying down? Maybe only do it during night feedings if you're worried about the reflux? Have you tried to nurse lying down? Maybe only do it during night feedings if you’re worried about the reflux?

]]> By: tricia http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14055 tricia Tue, 05 Jan 2010 20:13:55 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14055 I have an ERGObaby carrier on it's way but I will look into the Moby as well. I want to try a few styles out to see what works best (and because I tend to get headaches from too much weight on my shoulders. I'll let you know how it goes. I have an ERGObaby carrier on it’s way but I will look into the Moby as well. I want to try a few styles out to see what works best (and because I tend to get headaches from too much weight on my shoulders. I’ll let you know how it goes.

]]> By: tracyh http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14054 tracyh Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:43:47 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14054 Wow! This was such an interesting post to read! I had the exact same issues with all three of my children not gaining weight when breastfeeding and having to supplement. Don't worry...it's ok...I felt so much guilt about not being able to have the "wonderful" breastfeeding experiences that everyone I knew seemed to be having...but some of us just need a little help! I hated the guilt I felt for it...but you know my kids are awesome and healthy now...and all three had both breastmilk for a bit and then formula. I can totally relate to how you feel about this transition of going from 1-2 kids...it was so hard to adjust...but as soon as baby #2 starts sleeping through the night (that was at 2-3 months for us) and mom gets some sleep, things really start to come into perspective. As far as the above comment...going from 2-3 was so much easier than 1-2! At that point you are starting to become an expert mom and nothing surprises you! Thank you for your honesty on your blog and sharing your feelings! I love reading it. Wow! This was such an interesting post to read! I had the exact same issues with all three of my children not gaining weight when breastfeeding and having to supplement. Don’t worry…it’s ok…I felt so much guilt about not being able to have the “wonderful” breastfeeding experiences that everyone I knew seemed to be having…but some of us just need a little help! I hated the guilt I felt for it…but you know my kids are awesome and healthy now…and all three had both breastmilk for a bit and then formula.
I can totally relate to how you feel about this transition of going from 1-2 kids…it was so hard to adjust…but as soon as baby #2 starts sleeping through the night (that was at 2-3 months for us) and mom gets some sleep, things really start to come into perspective. As far as the above comment…going from 2-3 was so much easier than 1-2! At that point you are starting to become an expert mom and nothing surprises you!
Thank you for your honesty on your blog and sharing your feelings! I love reading it.

]]> By: Ginger http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14051 Ginger Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:04:11 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14051 Hi Tricia! I'm Ginger. I wanted to let you know that your Once a Month Meals save me from going crazy over the holidays. I had 10 people at my house for two weeks. Having a plan and something in the freezer was vital. About the breastfeeding thing, I know there are a lot of opinions out there, myself included, but you really don't need to explain yourself. :) We all have to do the best we can, where we are at. Honestly, I don't know anyone who hasn't done breastfeeding without complications. In my experience, if you choose to continue breastfeeding, you may consider the help of a lactation consultant. They absolutely know all the tricks, and can help with things like reflux for example. A really good lactation consultant will understand the need for supplimenting, but can also help you come up with a plan for getting back to breastfeeding if that is what you choose. My first was a formula baby, my other two children were breastfeed, but only with the help of a consultant. If you choose to go with formula, girl, I'm not going to judge. It's also important for you to be a good mom. Take Care and God bless! Hi Tricia! I’m Ginger. I wanted to let you know that your Once a Month Meals save me from going crazy over the holidays. I had 10 people at my house for two weeks. Having a plan and something in the freezer was vital.
About the breastfeeding thing, I know there are a lot of opinions out there, myself included, but you really don’t need to explain yourself. :) We all have to do the best we can, where we are at. Honestly, I don’t know anyone who hasn’t done breastfeeding without complications. In my experience, if you choose to continue breastfeeding, you may consider the help of a lactation consultant. They absolutely know all the tricks, and can help with things like reflux for example. A really good lactation consultant will understand the need for supplimenting, but can also help you come up with a plan for getting back to breastfeeding if that is what you choose. My first was a formula baby, my other two children were breastfeed, but only with the help of a consultant. If you choose to go with formula, girl, I’m not going to judge. It’s also important for you to be a good mom. Take Care and God bless!

]]> By: Clara http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14050 Clara Tue, 05 Jan 2010 18:51:43 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14050 Hi Tricia, Congrats on the healthy arrival of your beautiful daughter, and I just want to thank you for all the work you put into this site...even though I've been OAMcooking for a few years, I love all your fresh ideas and awesome menu plans. It's a one stop for all things 'food' in our house! As for wisdom for this time with your precious family and young babies (mine are 20 mths & 23 mths apart, I have 3 under 6) I will say 2 words - Moby Wrap! That is how I still survive this stage! :) Do you own a sling? not a front carrier (they killed my back & shoulders), but an actual wrap of some sort? Mobys are my fave style because of the versatility and I've even worn my toddlers hiking for miles in them. And if you're feeling ultra adventurous, you can even use it to wear your baby & workout :). Well, I hope that helps you a little...we too struggled with reflux with my 3rd, and the week I reached my 'breaking point' of no sleep/exhaustion & watching my baby be in pain, it all went away..no medication or intervention needed...I will pray for the same relief for you & your beautiful baby girl!! Blessings!! Hi Tricia,

Congrats on the healthy arrival of your beautiful daughter, and I just want to thank you for all the work you put into this site…even though I’ve been OAMcooking for a few years, I love all your fresh ideas and awesome menu plans. It’s a one stop for all things ‘food’ in our house!

As for wisdom for this time with your precious family and young babies (mine are 20 mths & 23 mths apart, I have 3 under 6) I will say 2 words -
Moby Wrap!

That is how I still survive this stage! :)

Do you own a sling? not a front carrier (they killed my back & shoulders), but an actual wrap of some sort? Mobys are my fave style because of the versatility and I’ve even worn my toddlers hiking for miles in them.

And if you’re feeling ultra adventurous, you can even use it to wear your baby & workout :) .

Well, I hope that helps you a little…we too struggled with reflux with my 3rd, and the week I reached my ‘breaking point’ of no sleep/exhaustion & watching my baby be in pain, it all went away..no medication or intervention needed…I will pray for the same relief for you & your beautiful baby girl!! Blessings!!

]]> By: melissa http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14049 melissa Tue, 05 Jan 2010 18:49:20 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14049 You are an amazing mom!! Your babies (and hubby) are so blessed to have you. Like always, I love your transparency and willingness to share. And all of this great advice is priceless! I'm praying for you...don't hesitate to call for relief...or just another adult to chat with :) You are an amazing mom!! Your babies (and hubby) are so blessed to have you. Like always, I love your transparency and willingness to share. And all of this great advice is priceless! I’m praying for you…don’t hesitate to call for relief…or just another adult to chat with :)

]]> By: tricia http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14042 tricia Tue, 05 Jan 2010 17:22:21 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14042 Thanks for sharing, and good luck with the coming transition. I look forward to hearing how it goes for you as well. Thanks for sharing, and good luck with the coming transition. I look forward to hearing how it goes for you as well.

]]> By: Lorie http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14040 Lorie Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:56:55 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14040 I'm anxious to read everyone's suggestions & advice. My son was 3yo when my daughter was born. It was hard to keep him occupied during all the feeding times. We watched WAY too much tv. I don't want to discourage you but I felt like my daughter was 6mo before we really got into a good groove again. It didn't help that she was born in early November so we had the whole winter to get through. In Feb., when she was 3mo, my son started a Parents' Day Out program two days a week. Even though I had to help carpool him there & home, it was a HUGE blessing. We also had feeding issues with both of our babies. With our daughter we ended up using some donated breastmilk from a wonderful donor (for free). With that she had breastmilk almost exclusively until she was about 6mo then we switched to full formula cause the donor was ready to cut back. What an unselfish gift. If you're interested in trying this just talk to you pediatrician. They may be able to help you find a donor. Or you can do an online search. The reason I'm anxious to hear what others have to say is that I'm due with #3 in 5 weeks. My son, who is now 4, can be reasoned with a little more & it's easy to find stuff for him to do. But I'm not sure how my daughter is going to react. Thankfully, my son is still in that same Parents' Day Out program (thanks to my mom) & we're hoping my daughter will be able to get into the same program. But there will still be times when I will need her to be occupied. I'm going to give breastfeeding a try again but I hope I let go easier than the last two times if it doesn't seem to be working out. Sorry for the long post. I really appreciate your words & hope you will continue to update us on your progress. Thanks! I’m anxious to read everyone’s suggestions & advice. My son was 3yo when my daughter was born. It was hard to keep him occupied during all the feeding times. We watched WAY too much tv. I don’t want to discourage you but I felt like my daughter was 6mo before we really got into a good groove again. It didn’t help that she was born in early November so we had the whole winter to get through. In Feb., when she was 3mo, my son started a Parents’ Day Out program two days a week. Even though I had to help carpool him there & home, it was a HUGE blessing. We also had feeding issues with both of our babies. With our daughter we ended up using some donated breastmilk from a wonderful donor (for free). With that she had breastmilk almost exclusively until she was about 6mo then we switched to full formula cause the donor was ready to cut back. What an unselfish gift. If you’re interested in trying this just talk to you pediatrician. They may be able to help you find a donor. Or you can do an online search.
The reason I’m anxious to hear what others have to say is that I’m due with #3 in 5 weeks. My son, who is now 4, can be reasoned with a little more & it’s easy to find stuff for him to do. But I’m not sure how my daughter is going to react. Thankfully, my son is still in that same Parents’ Day Out program (thanks to my mom) & we’re hoping my daughter will be able to get into the same program. But there will still be times when I will need her to be occupied. I’m going to give breastfeeding a try again but I hope I let go easier than the last two times if it doesn’t seem to be working out.
Sorry for the long post. I really appreciate your words & hope you will continue to update us on your progress. Thanks!

]]> By: tricia http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14038 tricia Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:44:32 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14038 Bring on the Steak & the Shake! I'm golden anytime. You all just have to be rid of that crazy flu! Bring on the Steak & the Shake! I’m golden anytime. You all just have to be rid of that crazy flu!

]]> By: tricia http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14037 tricia Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:44:29 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14037 Bring on the Steak & the Shake! I'm golden anytime. You all just have to be rid of that crazy flu! Bring on the Steak & the Shake! I’m golden anytime. You all just have to be rid of that crazy flu!

]]> By: dana http://onceamonthmom.com/babys-first-food-breast-milk-part-3/#comment-14034 dana Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:17:38 +0000 http://onceamonthmom.com/?p=5232#comment-14034 Too funny how our situation is so much a like I have a 17 month old and my newest addition will be 2 months on the 9th. I will say I don't have mucha dvise as far as handling this stage because if it wasn't cor my family (parents) I would have been loccked up in a nut house weeks ago (JK) Yet is does get easier and I will have to say that breastfeeding is now finally and enjoyment for us as week glad it is for you! Pacifiers in my book are OK my second didn't do to good on weening he was tongue tied as well as other issues on my end therefore I had to quit breastfeeding when he was 3 months old, the "foo foo" was a life saver just get rid of it before it becomes their security. God Bless! Too funny how our situation is so much a like I have a 17 month old and my newest addition will be 2 months on the 9th. I will say I don’t have mucha dvise as far as handling this stage because if it wasn’t cor my family (parents) I would have been loccked up in a nut house weeks ago (JK) Yet is does get easier and I will have to say that breastfeeding is now finally and enjoyment for us as week glad it is for you!
Pacifiers in my book are OK my second didn’t do to good on weening he was tongue tied as well as other issues on my end therefore I had to quit breastfeeding when he was 3 months old, the “foo foo” was a life saver just get rid of it before it becomes their security.
God Bless!

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