My first two DD were only breastfed for the first week or two as my milk wasnt enough for them. No matter how long they were on the boob , I just didnt have a letdown. So they were only getting the foremilk (and not much of it too). My DD#2 wasnt having enough wet nappies and was constantly screaming as she was hungry. I was a wreak which didnt help the production of milk too. My GP said quote " Just starve her, she will get the idea . " He was pro breastfeeding as you can tell. With that I went straight to the chemist and brought formula. She slept for hours after that and was content and happy , and starting having wet nappies. So I didnt look back. I did end up getting masitits though. Not happy Jan...
Then when DD #3 was born. it all fell into place. She is the best little breastfeeder. Even the midwives said that she will be on the boob till she is two...