Brest Feeding - Some Issues I encountered and how I overcame them

[shazzi]

That is great Jaans. I wish i had had your post in my early days.

Those nipple shields are a good idea. I had to express while my DD was prem and could not suck in the first 3-4 weeks and while pumping on one side I used to balance a small container under the other tucked in to my bra top. I used to drip at least 10mls and it could not be wasted. I would cry if i wasted any. Now i just use a towel but waste all that milk for backup in the freezer. I am going to look in to them now for my "one day i might leave DD with DH and go to the movies" stash!

I stopped wearing a bra after a few months and wish i had stopped sooner as it feels much better.

Thanks for sharing.

[Barb Glare]

Hi there,

Good on you for sticking at your problems and overcoming them - and sharing with us.

It is common to experience some ups and downs in the early days of breastfeeding - and parenting in general. The truth is nearly every breastfeeding problem can be solved.
It's best to get onto it as soon as possible - and get knowledgeable help when you need it (as opposed to the other sort of help - usually along the lines of "just put him on the bottle")
I hope you have a long and enjoyable breastfeeding relationship

[Jaans]

Thanks heaps, its amazing how hard breastfeeding its, it really is a skill you have to learn. But very worth it.

Jaans xox