How are you momma's doing that are in the process of drying up your milk? I'm wanting to start the process, but very nervous of getting mastitis in the process.
It took me 6 days but I'm finally dried up and back to my normal bras. I was seriously about to jump and cheer for joy! It doesn't take everyone that long though. What helped me most was a high-support sports bra with nursing pads in it, icing my boobs several times a day, and lukewarm showers where I kept my back to the water. Good luck...you can do it!
Thank you for the tips! I'm glad you are no longer in agony!!
Can you get a prescription from the pedi to get it covered by insurance?
She did call it in last night as an RX but I called our insurance (RX plan) yesterday and pretty much none of the stuff that could be considered over the counter is covered. The Dr can try to call and get a pre auth but even then with our plan a brand non-formulary is a minimum co-pay of $75 which doesn't help us. If it would be covered under the $25 or $30 copay then sure but I doubt it. I have to call the pharmacy today to get it run under insurance to see what comes up.
Ugh....I hope they can get it figured out for you.
Post by turtletyme on Jun 28, 2015 21:20:20 GMT -5
Hi friends, I have a question. Since the directions say to measure the water first, whenever we have to make a bottle while out (so far, just Dr's office) H insists on bringing the whole can of formula. Couldn't I just put the scoop of powder in, then eyeball the water level? Is that really so bad? (note I'm the one carrying the heavy ass diaper bag.) thanks!
Post by purpledaisy923 on Jun 28, 2015 22:17:21 GMT -5
turtletyme, I put the measured out amount of water in the bottle and measure out the formula powder and put that in a different container. They make formula dispensers that are easy to use. When it's time to make the bottle, just pour the already measured powder in the bottle that already has water in it and you're done! Amazon formula dispenser
Post by mrsmonogrammed on Jun 29, 2015 1:02:41 GMT -5
turtletyme I'm a social worker at our local WIC office and putting the formula powder in first followed by the water is considered an "unsafe feeding practice". Personally, I don't think you're going to do actual "harm" by doing it, but for peace of mind it might be better to get one of those divided formula dispensers for on the go....I think they're like $6/7 at baby stores? That way you have enough for a few bottles but don't have to carry the whole can:)
turtletyme I'm a social worker at our local WIC office and putting the formula powder in first followed by the water is considered an "unsafe feeding practice". Personally, I don't think you're going to do actual "harm" by doing it, but for peace of mind it might be better to get one of those divided formula dispensers for on the go....I think they're like $6/7 at baby stores? That way you have enough for a few bottles but don't have to carry the whole can:)
It's a moot point for us now that we are having to use the liqued ready to feed stuff but I was curious why it's considered unsafe? I used to just measure the powder in then as bottled water and shake it up adding more water once it was all mixed if needed. I guess I never read the directions..oops!
turtletyme I'm a social worker at our local WIC office and putting the formula powder in first followed by the water is considered an "unsafe feeding practice". Personally, I don't think you're going to do actual "harm" by doing it, but for peace of mind it might be better to get one of those divided formula dispensers for on the go....I think they're like $6/7 at baby stores? That way you have enough for a few bottles but don't have to carry the whole can:)
It's a moot point for us now that we are having to use the liqued ready to feed stuff but I was curious why it's considered unsafe? I used to just measure the powder in then as bottled water and shake it up adding more water once it was all mixed if needed. I guess I never read the directions..oops!
You know, that is a good question! I'm going to ask one of the nutritionists (they're the ones who educate about that kind of stuff, I'm more "safe sleep, safe car seat, are they hitting developmental milestones") WHY exactly it's considered unsafe. I think it has something to do with the hydration level for baby....yes they'll still be getting all the calories from the formula powder, but less water means that they aren't getting the hydration they need! I'm going to double check though because I don't want to give untrue information!
Have you ladies found a brand of bottles that you and your LO like? I have 2 bottles right now - a Born Free and a MAM that I received for a free trial. I really am not liking either brand and I'm not sure where to go from here. I used Avent for my previous 2 kids, but the flow of those nipples is very fast and doesn't work very well for newborns. Any suggestions?
I was given a crap ton of the Playtex Ventaire bottles from 2 friends who are one and done with toddlers now. I also registered for Avent and some Tommee Tippee but she was fine with the Playtex so I just returned the others. I've heard that babies can be super picky so I wanted to have a couple options just in case. Maybe just buy one of a couple different bottles to see what baby likes best? I know babies r us does some give aways of Dr. Browns...I think right now you can get a free bottle if you buy a certain dollar amount in baby stuff.
Thanks baytosa2013 I will have to check out the Babies R Us thing. I used a Playtex Ventaire with DD while she was in the NICU and really liked it but they have since changed the design of it. I was a little weary to try it because it did not have great reviews but maybe I will.
Yeah the design definitely changed since I used them with DS but so far DD seems to like them. So far they're the only ones we've used.
Post by purpledaisy923 on Jun 29, 2015 9:10:52 GMT -5
I use Dr.Brown's bottles. The hospital I delivered at gave me two free ones to try out and the twins liked them. I went out and bought more once I got home.
When supplementing we use Dr Brown's. Luckily he's taken any brand we've tried but I like Dr. Brown's best because he spits up less than with Tommee Tippees and Avent.
Post by laurenlou83 on Jun 29, 2015 10:38:58 GMT -5
LO is loving the Dr. Brown's bottles. There are more parts to wash which can be a PITA, but I think they have helped with his gassiness and spit ups. The Avent Natural I got for free was too fast flowing for him right now.
Have you ladies found a brand of bottles that you and your LO like? I have 2 bottles right now - a Born Free and a MAM that I received for a free trial. I really am not liking either brand and I'm not sure where to go from here. I used Avent for my previous 2 kids, but the flow of those nipples is very fast and doesn't work very well for newborns. Any suggestions?
I was given a crap ton of the Playtex Ventaire bottles from 2 friends who are one and done with toddlers now. I also registered for Avent and some Tommee Tippee but she was fine with the Playtex so I just returned the others. I've heard that babies can be super picky so I wanted to have a couple options just in case. Maybe just buy one of a couple different bottles to see what baby likes best? I know babies r us does some give aways of Dr. Browns...I think right now you can get a free bottle if you buy a certain dollar amount in baby stuff.
Lurking since I'm not a formula feeder but the free dr Browns coupons come in the monthly ad mailers and the amount to spend is usually $15. I have free dr Browns bottles for every season of the year. Dr Browns are my favorite and I think they are slower than avent, but I'm not familiar with 0 vs 0+ nipples that PP was referring to.
Have you ladies found a brand of bottles that you and your LO like? I have 2 bottles right now - a Born Free and a MAM that I received for a free trial. I really am not liking either brand and I'm not sure where to go from here. I used Avent for my previous 2 kids, but the flow of those nipples is very fast and doesn't work very well for newborns. Any suggestions?
just lurking this thread but we are supplementing with a lot of pumped milk. Have you tried the Avent "first flow" nipple? it's the 0 not the 0+. We have those, the Playtex vent air and drop ins and IMO I think the Avent nipple is actually slowest and prefer it.
I didn't realize they made those nipples for Avent! I'm going to have to go search for them now.... We have 3 or 4 we got for free through registries so I'd like to use them if we can!
Have you ladies found a brand of bottles that you and your LO like? I have 2 bottles right now - a Born Free and a MAM that I received for a free trial. I really am not liking either brand and I'm not sure where to go from here. I used Avent for my previous 2 kids, but the flow of those nipples is very fast and doesn't work very well for newborns. Any suggestions?
We all love Dr. Brown's here too. They really help with H's gassiness!
Have you ladies found a brand of bottles that you and your LO like? I have 2 bottles right now - a Born Free and a MAM that I received for a free trial. I really am not liking either brand and I'm not sure where to go from here. I used Avent for my previous 2 kids, but the flow of those nipples is very fast and doesn't work very well for newborns. Any suggestions?
We all love Dr. Brown's here too. They really help with H's gassiness!
We are also using Dr Browns. I bought a couple premie nipples the other day because LO was guzzling down the bottle in no time flat and spitting it all back up with the other nipples. It's helping so far.
It's a moot point for us now that we are having to use the liqued ready to feed stuff but I was curious why it's considered unsafe? I used to just measure the powder in then as bottled water and shake it up adding more water once it was all mixed if needed. I guess I never read the directions..oops!
You know, that is a good question! I'm going to ask one of the nutritionists (they're the ones who educate about that kind of stuff, I'm more "safe sleep, safe car seat, are they hitting developmental milestones") WHY exactly it's considered unsafe. I think it has something to do with the hydration level for baby....yes they'll still be getting all the calories from the formula powder, but less water means that they aren't getting the hydration they need! I'm going to double check though because I don't want to give untrue information!
Anybody else know why it's considered unsafe?
adding more formula per ounce of water than manufacturers direct can be dangerous. This is under-dilution -- and although hospitals often do this purposefully in failure-to-thrive babies (babies who are not showing enough growth for their age) -- doctors do not recommend this for healthy infants. Under-dilution can create excessive strain on the kidneys and digestive system, it can causing sodium levels to rise and potentially trigger seizures or can lead to dehydration, which is dangerous for an infant.
How long are you ladies letting your LO's go between feedings? M is such a good sleeper and I hate waking her to eat, but I don't want to do any harm by letting her go too long. Last night she ate at 9pm and then slept until about 3am! Is this too long? She was already back to her birth weight at 4 days old and the pedi said to keep waking at every 4 hours, but is it necessary if she's steadily gaining weight? What are you all doing in terms of waking to feed?
I've had to wake to feed almost since the day we brought Z home. He's 3 1/2 weeks now. By his first appointment, he was past birth weight, but the ped said we still needed to wake him after five hours. Most of the time I do, but sometimes I end up turning the alarm off and last night I just needed to sleep so I didn't even set one. He will go for 7 hours. I don't worry too much - he's still gaining weight fine, but I'm not ready to do it all the time just because he does have bad reflux and will puke everywhere if he goes too long without eating. If he didn't have reflux, I probably wouldn't wake him anymore.
How long are you ladies letting your LO's go between feedings? M is such a good sleeper and I hate waking her to eat, but I don't want to do any harm by letting her go too long. Last night she ate at 9pm and then slept until about 3am! Is this too long? She was already back to her birth weight at 4 days old and the pedi said to keep waking at every 4 hours, but is it necessary if she's steadily gaining weight? What are you all doing in terms of waking to feed?
Our pediatrician said up to 5 hours between feeds was totally normal and healthy (not that I've been lucky enough to experience this phenomenon of which you all speak) but if it was me and I could get a 6-hr stretch, I'd totally roll with that!!!
How long are you ladies letting your LO's go between feedings? M is such a good sleeper and I hate waking her to eat, but I don't want to do any harm by letting her go too long. Last night she ate at 9pm and then slept until about 3am! Is this too long? She was already back to her birth weight at 4 days old and the pedi said to keep waking at every 4 hours, but is it necessary if she's steadily gaining weight? What are you all doing in terms of waking to feed?
We have not woken her up to eat since her 2 weeks visit and she was almost a pound heavier. Dr said let her sleep, especially if its at night. I will try to rouse her during the day though at around the 3 hour mark if she isn't stirring already just so we keep day time and night time straight.
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