January Jellybeans 2013!...

[gingermango]

Ive bought Tommee tippee bottles, six 5oz and six 9oz ones, I do plan on trying to breastfeed even if its just the first few feeds but if it doesnt happen (as it didnt with ds) then Im prepared with formula in the cupboard and I wont let it get me down this time x

 

[sassy_mom]

Definitely don't be discouraged or feel bad if it doesn't happen. I fed DD for 2 weeks and then she was on formula. Because of the push for breastfeeding I felt awful that I couldn't continue but this time I won't! I'll know that I tried and that is all I could do.

If you don't want to, no biggie. I don't see the big deal and I hate when people make others feel bad because they wanted to go with formula! It isn't a crime.

 

[gingermango]

I expressed for six weeks with dd cos of her being so premature but then my milk stopped, with ds he just refused to latch on even with the mw coming round and trying to help me for days and the few times he did he just fell asleep lol but I felt terrible.

This time with me being on my own it would be easier if I could breastfeed cos obviously Ill not be sharing the night feeds with anyone but Ive already bought some formula and Im fully prepared to use it lol. If needs be Ill express for a few days so the baby gets the antibodies in the colostrum etc but I really dont mind which he has as long as he is fed lol

 

[Kaiecee]

@nikki
Ill be doing the same thing I got some free powder samples of formula ill use those up then switch to liquid where I just have to add half formula to half boiled water it makes a lot and is good for 2 days also in the fridge

I breast feed for 6 months with my last I was exhausted and tired it was hard for me so ill be doing just formula and it will help the bond between dh and help me out

There are a lot if women out there that do make people who decide to not breast feed feel bad and there shouldn't b a right and wrong way as long as ur baby is happy

 

[La Mere]

I think as long as your baby is fed, happy and taken care of, you shouldn't feel guilty or bad either way. I will admit i wanted to give up so many times during just the first two weeks... But like Lauren said, it is something you have to be dedicated to.. And I stuck it out because I decided and dedicated myself to doing what I thought was best for her. It does hurt.. Sometimes alot. My nipples got dry, cracked and bled. I'm not trying to scare anyone or make anyone feel bad whatever decision they make. Just sharing what I think and some of what I went through.

 

[duckytwins]

La Mere, mind if I ask a question?

If your nipples get dried, cracked and bleed, what do you do? Can you feed baby or is it too dangerous (as in will the baby get blood in his/her mouth?) Sorry for being so ignorant. I desperately wanted to breastfeed the boys and I never got any milk. So I desperately want to try again this time.

 

[La Mere]

La Mere, mind if I ask a question?

If your nipples get dried, cracked and bleed, what do you do? Can you feed baby or is it too dangerous (as in will the baby get blood in his/her mouth?) Sorry for being so ignorant. I desperately wanted to breastfeed the boys and I never got any milk. So I desperately want to try again this time.

No, I don't mind at all, Jes. I used lansinoh nipple cream and vit. E oil on my nipples, both are safe to leave on between feeds and not necessary to wipe off before.baby puts nipple in their mouth.. Though I would wipe off excess if any. I asked the midwife I was still seeing back then said it was fine for baby to keep nursing, even if your nipples bled. Mine mostly bled after her feeds.

 

[Nikkilewis14]

Just read so much that I've forgotten half of it!

I put my name on the card for the secret Santa, so it's not really secret Sent it on Tuesday, but have no idea how long it'll take to arrive Hope it gets there ok & the recipient isn't too disappointed.

Can't wait to get mine!

Nikki - Are you feeling all better now?

Kaiecee - Sorry about your house

The letting agent is conducting viewings on our place now, which is a pain as I'm trying to pack everything up, entertain DS, see friends who we'll be moving away from & keep the place looking like a show home for prospective tennants. I hope someone takes it straight away!

Yes feeling much better!! thank u! I know that they say the flu shot cant make u sick, but ive literally felt like poop ran over twice all day, i was throwing up, couldnt eat, and this was after my regular morning ritual which is unlike me... I kept drinking fluids and it really helped with the cramps....so maybe i was having contractions from dehydration?!

 

[Nikkilewis14]

braxton hicks are coming on strong tonight....im not breastfeeding either i just dont have desire..i know its good for the baby but i feel like you need to be dedicated to do it and im not.

Did u meet with your pediatrician yet?! They gave me tons of enfamil to practice on to make the formula up etc before baby comes...they also gave me the pre made bottles already and tons of coupons.... They prefer enfamil only because they get a lot of samples there. Plus tons of coupons. So we are trying that kind first...similac is outrageous expensive, but i guess it all comes down to what baby wants and can handle though. Lol

 

[DittyByrd]

La Mere, mind if I ask a question?

If your nipples get dried, cracked and bleed, what do you do? Can you feed baby or is it too dangerous (as in will the baby get blood in his/her mouth?) Sorry for being so ignorant. I desperately wanted to breastfeed the boys and I never got any milk. So I desperately want to try again this time.

No, I don't mind at all, Jes. I used lansinoh nipple cream and vit. E oil on my nipples, both are safe to leave on between feeds and not necessary to wipe off before.baby puts nipple in their mouth.. Though I would wipe off excess if any. I asked the midwife I was still seeing back then said it was fine for baby to keep nursing, even if your nipples bled. Mine mostly bled after her feeds.

I read this in Ina May's Guide to Breastfeeding: You have to keep feeding through the cracked nipples or your supply will diminish. The bleeding won't affect baby at all except that once digested a large amount can make baby's poop black. Lansinoh was recommended as was letting milk dry on the nipple after feeding because of its natural lubricant properties.

In practice, I have no idea how it will play out.

 

[jrowenj]

kinda helpful https://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lw24obWDba1qgzlu0.jpg

 

[La Mere]

La Mere, mind if I ask a question?

If your nipples get dried, cracked and bleed, what do you do? Can you feed baby or is it too dangerous (as in will the baby get blood in his/her mouth?) Sorry for being so ignorant. I desperately wanted to breastfeed the boys and I never got any milk. So I desperately want to try again this time.

No, I don't mind at all, Jes. I used lansinoh nipple cream and vit. E oil on my nipples, both are safe to leave on between feeds and not necessary to wipe off before.baby puts nipple in their mouth.. Though I would wipe off excess if any. I asked the midwife I was still seeing back then said it was fine for baby to keep nursing, even if your nipples bled. Mine mostly bled after her feeds.

I read this in Ina May's Guide to Breastfeeding: You have to keep feeding through the cracked nipples or your supply will diminish. The bleeding won't affect baby at all except that once digested a large amount can make baby's poop black. Lansinoh was recommended as was letting milk dry on the nipple after feeding because of its natural lubricant properties.

In practice, I have no idea how it will play out.

Thanks, Ditty! I totally forgot Ina May lol. Letting milk dry on the,nipple was something I tried to do.. But most of the time they stuck to my nursing pads or bra

 

[Lauren021406]

braxton hicks are coming on strong tonight....im not breastfeeding either i just dont have desire..i know its good for the baby but i feel like you need to be dedicated to do it and im not.

Did u meet with your pediatrician yet?! They gave me tons of enfamil to practice on to make the formula up etc before baby comes...they also gave me the pre made bottles already and tons of coupons.... They prefer enfamil only because they get a lot of samples there. Plus tons of coupons. So we are trying that kind first...similac is outrageous expensive, but i guess it all comes down to what baby wants and can handle though. Lol

No i didnt meet him yet, but its the same one my sister uses and she didnt breastfeed either. I actually signed up on similacs site and got free formula and tons of coupons in the mail! I def will try enfamil too! Its hard bc you dont know what the baby is going to like/need. I know the hospital gives these tiny little bottles with formula as well.

 

[Nikkilewis14]

Oh good to know! Im going to join just to get the free samples lol...

 

[mommyof2peas]

Hey all! Been following along but not posting. I feel like I'll be the last in this group to have my baby lol

As for birth plan, mine is "Get baby out" I haven't had any issues in the past *knock on wood* But last time around I nearly had to have her natural because I showed up at the hospital at 7 cm and by the time they got the IV and Epi in I was already 9 cm. So I am just hoping I make it to the hospital.

I'm still breastfeeding my 16 month old. Although we have cut down to just night feedings. I used breast milk (that stuff fixes anything) for my nipples when I first started out. I am hoping that it won't be so bad this time around, but I know it wont be a cake walk since she feeds one a day not every 2-3 hours.

I know Im only 32 weeks but I keep day dreaming about being done already. I keep wishing I was 36 weeks so that I can start wishing baby out. But I feel guilty wishing already cause it's too early. Then I see all you that are at 36+ weeks and I'm like "OHHHHH man" lol

 

[Kaiecee]

Oh good to know! Im going to join just to get the free samples lol...

Similac enfamil and nestle good start which give u a lot a bag of baby diapers (24) and a big can formula and a nice diaper bag which I'm giving to dh it's more like a one shoulder backpack really nice

 

[els1022]

My main reason for wanting to breastfeed is kind of selfish- when I stopped with my other 2 my weight stopped coming off. I've gained 40 lbs and I want it gone by summer! I agree with most of you, do what's best for you and your family.
I did all my pre-op stuff today, medical questions and signing consent forms. Surgery is at 4 pm next week so I have to fast starting at 6am. I'm thinking I'll stay up most of the night, I probably won't be able to sleep anyway, eat a nice breakfast then sleep while the kids are at school. Otherwise I'll be nervous and hungry ALL day!

 

[Nikkilewis14]

Els! So exciting! I wont lie, if i were u id be freaking out right now! Less than a week!

 

[Kaiecee]

U think its a good idea to bring a portable DVD player ?? Or just a waste if money I'm in the hospital for about 4 days and I know it can get boring when baby is sleeping and dh isn't around

 

[Kaiecee]

I can't wait to my little one is here but I'm also getting neurvous cuz my nesting has slacked off a little and need to get stuff done so tomorrow I really have to get my ass up then ill be 100% ready for him to b here