BF WooHoo for me!

[nickle730]

Well, ladies, I've never posted a woohoo before... but I just can't help myself! I have had two breast reductions and limited breast feeding success with my first two kiddies, both of whom were primarily FF. I did manage to BF my second bub until 12 weeks, more for comfort than nutrition and he then weaned himself (I'm still proud of that effort though!).

Anyway, Miss P is only 5 weeks but I feel confident we have established a strong BF relationship. I received limited support from the MW's in hospital, suffered the normal sore and cracked nipples and had a million doubts about my supply BUT I can honestly say Miss P is receiving about 70% breast milk and a couple formula top-ups as required. My supply is great compared to my previous experiences (thanks to Motilium and education!) and Miss P truly seems to love the breast.

It's still early days, but I was determined to do it and together Miss P and I are on our way to achieving a long and loving BF relationship... so WOOHOO to me and to Miss P!

[Lily Dust]

wooooohooooo to you both!!!!!
Heres to a long and happy BFing journey for the 2 of you. nickle730 you should be incredibly proud of yourself- well done hun

[HotI]

That is lovely to read. Congrats on a great start.

[Aligater]

well done and congrats

[human bean]

Huge congrats, and wishing you all the best for a long and positive breastfeeding journey ahead

[nickle730]

Thank you, ladies. Although, I think I jinxed myself! We are away at the holiday house and I realised yesterday I picked up the wrong packet of Motilium I don't have enough to last me until we go home next Saturday. Have reduced my dose from 80mg to 30mg to try to maintain a supply so Miss P doesn't give up on the boob! Expressed after this mornings feed and got 130mls... I see a lot of boobie time and expressing in my future!! Small country town, no chance of a doctor's appt and the one pharmacy probably doesn't carry Motilium anyway!! Bugger...