Tegam it's amazing the different weights and measurements, isn't it?
Wannabubby I know how you feel. I've been through that, especially in the first week when his weight was a concern. I'm struggling a little now with trying to wean him off the formula too. Because he's used to being a guzzle guts he's been really whingy because he isn't obscenely full. DH was feeding him according to the instructions on the tin, disregarding the breastfeeding because he couldn't measure it and now I think he still doesn't trust that my boobs are making enough. I'm nervous about our visit to the mchn tomorrow, I'm scared he's lost weight again.
She's been perfect today , sleeping feeding :-)
So so lovely being at home like a ton of pressure has been lifted off us and we can just enjoy being a family of 5
AFM: I feel like a terrible mum today
Poor Lachlan has lost 245g this week... I don't know what else to say. He's been very unsettled but I have had milk left after he finished feeding and I've been feeding him frequently so I thought he was grumpy because he's used to being really full with too much formula and also in pain because he's had oral thrush. Ugh I just wish I could put a meter on my boobs so I'd know how much he's getting, like a petrol pump! I've got some motilium now and hopefully after putting on too much weight last week and losing this week we now have a better plan... We go back to the mchn in 2 days which I'm happy about, I'd prefer to have him monitored closely while we work out how much formula we need to top him up with. I still feel horribly guilty and I've cried a few times this afternoon
Oh eivie you have had a rough trot. Crying is ok. As long as you pat yourself on the back too for all the hard work you are putting in. Breast feeding is worth the effort I promise and I also promise you will get there. Still only early days. Hugs
Eivie sorry to hear about the weight loss, must be really stressful but it's definitely not your fault! You're doing the best for your baby, it's just really hard I think esp with mixed feeding to get it right. Glad you can monitor bubs more closely and I'm sure the mottilium will help!
Williever how are you, is the infection better? How is the bf/pumping? Been thinking of you!
Kellbell so glad you have your baby home now, she is just gorgeous x
I still can't even pump one full bottle a day.
I think we put a lot of pressure on ourselves to breast feed like in the movies. You know 'perfectly' without really even trying......
It's good to cry, but always remember what an amazing job you've been doing. Try to get through the upset without blaming yourself xxxx
Cattie- I think the infection is clearing and the blood has been draining. Far less painful now. Even off painkillers. I hate taking painkillers! Still on antibiotics.
Pumping is going slowly still. Ugh
Home visit is this Friday. Then will see a lactation consultant.
Just a note, pumping isn't a good indicator of milk supply. I have fed 5bubs now and have only ever been able to express 60mls both side when dd2 was sick and wasn't feeding. Only use it as one of the bits of the puzzle. Remember to look at your baby too
Thanks so much ladies, the support in this group is just so amazing. I'm glad you are feeling a bit better Williever. Good luck with the lc, hopefully it makes a big difference for you.
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