Sometimes I can settle DD without a feed, and sometimes she keeps fussy and crying and it escalates unless I feed her. I always try to settle without the feed, but still most of the time she wants it. And it's a big feed too. She is busy during the day and sometimes doesn't take a big drink when she feeds in the day. Prolactin is higher at night as well, so the milk is different.

I just think every baby is different and the rules make it hard for mums. Trust yourself to do what feels right for you and your baby. Feed, or not feed, settle or cuddle. Whatever works, do that. Cause it doesn't matter right now. You won't create a bad habit, no matter what people and books etc say.

Xo