Also keep in mind all 9 week old babies are restless and frustrated in the evening. Your supply may not be as bad as you think if that's the main thing you're going on. My DD was always upset in the evening and wanted non-stop boob in the evening but top up feeds made no difference - she just wanted to suckle for comfort not food.
firstly thank you for all the replies and support/opinions
wysiwyg - not against medications for thyroid, never been prescribed them thats all...including this time. Dr has ordered me to get check up in 4wks time to see whats happening.
Amy - my desire to feed bub is strong too, guess i just feel helpless because im not getting the medical support i need to help ME!! sometimes i think i should put the dr hat on cos as it was she questioned me about getting my thyroid checked when i asked for a test....
MadB - not medicated, drs have not prescribed anything - said its normal for thyroid to return to normal after preg hormones settle a bit. YES i do feel like utter crud with fatigue, it even makes me dizzy which is my primary reason i went to the dr, ive been mostly housebound due to fear of fainting while driving or out with bub.
nickle730 - thanx for sharing and yes sounds like all i need to do is get thyroid medication and ill be fine.
k4t - your labour sounded like mine!! i had a horrendous time due to being induced so my milk was slow coming in too!! Im doing everything you mentioned except for thyroid meds and motillum. Also i know bubbas cluster feed at night anyhoo but my bub is def frustrated with MY supply, I can feed her 30-50mins (patiently) and she still cant get enuf till i give her a bottle and then she calms down, i see the contentment in her face and a big full belly and she is sweet so its def me not her.
AFM i guess ill try to see an endocrinologist, someone who cares/understands what im going thru and i should get somewhere!
oh goodness! yes, I think talking to another doctor is a good idea. For your health and wellbeing.
As for your supply, it might also be a good idea to talk to a lactation consultant and get a good idea of what's going on and what you can do. The hospital where you had your baby may have some? or else there are some in private practice who will come to you. well worth it
all the best
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