Had our 2 week appt today and he's 8 lbs 3oz. Dr didn't agree that the fact I was on 24 hrs of iv fluids would impact his weight. So we go back next week and have been ordered to feed him every 2 hours now. So no sleep for mommy for a week but let's make a chubby baby. Eta: he was 8 lbs 4 oz at birth
How is it going: Its mostly good, though these last two days or so I have seen way more spit up than before and Miss E has vomited a couple of times, I talked to the ped today about it and he told me if it is projectile to go to the ER. She hasn't been in distress when it has happened, so I am going to try keeping her upright after feedings and see if we can get rid of that pattern. Her weight gain is good and he is happy with that. There always seems to be something to worry about.
Any advice or questions: Is there a normal amount of vomiting? I have a quick let down on my left boob, IF she vomits its usually after that breast or even while she is still on it. I really don't want to expose her to the ickies of the ER if its not really an issue.
How is it going: Its mostly good, though these last two days or so I have seen way more spit up than before and Miss E has vomited a couple of times, I talked to the ped today about it and he told me if it is projectile to go to the ER. She hasn't been in distress when it has happened, so I am going to try keeping her upright after feedings and see if we can get rid of that pattern. Her weight gain is good and he is happy with that. There always seems to be something to worry about.
Any advice or questions: Is there a normal amount of vomiting? I have a quick let down on my left boob, IF she vomits its usually after that breast or even while she is still on it. I really don't want to expose her to the ickies of the ER if its not really an issue.
We had spit up while still latched. Now I stop her to burp during feedings. She hates it but it's stopped that from happening. It also helps me give her a break and make sure she's hungry. Some feeds we spitup a lot, others we don't. Are you sure it's projectile vomit? From what I understand, that means it shoots across the room/comes out forceful we have a lot of spitup shoot out our nose but the mouth is usually not as violent...
Post by cookiedough22 on Sept 9, 2015 4:22:21 GMT -5
6 weeks today!
It's going well. We're trying to conquer a mild case of thrush. He spits his medicine out each time so that's slowing the healing process. He gaining well and latch is less painful but really strong.
Questions:
I need bottle suggestions. We've tried the Medela ones that came with the pump, an avent natural and a Tommie tippie bottle. He hasn't liked either. Does he need repeated exposure to the bottles or will he latch immediately to one he likes? I feel like I'm wasting milk trying to get him to take a bottle.
It's going well. We're trying to conquer a mild case of thrush. He spits his medicine out each time so that's slowing the healing process. He gaining well and latch is less painful but really strong.
Questions:
I need bottle suggestions. We've tried the Medela ones that came with the pump, an avent natural and a Tommie tippie bottle. He hasn't liked either. Does he need repeated exposure to the bottles or will he latch immediately to one he likes? I feel like I'm wasting milk trying to get him to take a bottle.
Is the milk warm? Are you giving him the bottle? Babies usually take a bottle better from someone other than their mom, at first. Have you tried dipping the nipple in the milk and squirting a little in his mouth? Also, I wouldn't try a bottle when he is frantically hungry, try to look for early queues.
BF has been going fairly smoothly for us...then I woke up yesterday with my right breast engorged. Just the one side, my left is fine. I've been trying tips I've read online...having her feed more from the left and offering the right as more of a dessert only option just to relieve some of the pressure. Anyone else dealt with this? How long before the engorgement settles down?
How is it going: Its mostly good, though these last two days or so I have seen way more spit up than before and Miss E has vomited a couple of times, I talked to the ped today about it and he told me if it is projectile to go to the ER. She hasn't been in distress when it has happened, so I am going to try keeping her upright after feedings and see if we can get rid of that pattern. Her weight gain is good and he is happy with that. There always seems to be something to worry about.
Any advice or questions: Is there a normal amount of vomiting? I have a quick let down on my left boob, IF she vomits its usually after that breast or even while she is still on it. I really don't want to expose her to the ickies of the ER if its not really an issue.
We started dealing with projectile yesterday. Twice in 24 hours accompanied by 2 substantial spit ups.. We go to his first pedi apt today. It scares me that they told you to go to ER.. Mine did not..
It's going well. We're trying to conquer a mild case of thrush. He spits his medicine out each time so that's slowing the healing process. He gaining well and latch is less painful but really strong.
Questions:
I need bottle suggestions. We've tried the Medela ones that came with the pump, an avent natural and a Tommie tippie bottle. He hasn't liked either. Does he need repeated exposure to the bottles or will he latch immediately to one he likes? I feel like I'm wasting milk trying to get him to take a bottle.
Is the milk warm? Are you giving him the bottle? Babies usually take a bottle better from someone other than their mom, at first. Have you tried dipping the nipple in the milk and squirting a little in his mouth? Also, I wouldn't try a bottle when he is frantically hungry, try to look for early queues.
All of this. Try swabbing with a q-tip, rather than using a syringe to administer the thrush meds. Just rub it on the patches. We had good luck with como tomo bottles, milk warmed to a good temp and administered by MH when he's just a little hungry. Desperation does not lead to a good feed.
How is it going: it's going ok-- Alexis isn't transferring enough and so I'm pumping and supplementing too with pumped milk.
Any advice or questions: I'm having a hard time in the evenings. I feel like she will latch around 8 and not unlatch for a couple hours. She needs to start gaining weigh so I can stop feeling like I'm starving her.
is she swallowing the whole time? I have a lazy eater that i have to monitor, and often compress to get/keep him going, other tricks are tickling/squeezing feet and hands or massaging his head from front to back.
Sometimes she does really well. Like suck and swallowing the majority of the time. But the more bottles she gets I feel like gets getting lazier at the boob. It's really frustrating. She hadn't gained at all, they are giving me until Friday and then we are starting formula. I wanted so badly for breastfeeding to work out and it doesn't seem like it's going to, and I'm not sure with a toddler I can honestly pump exclusively.
Going surprisingly well. My nips aren't sore at all which shocks me. I did do a ton of nipple rubbing/pulling/dry scrubbing while pregnant which was suggested by my OB. It paid off I guess. He does cluster feed a lot which is annoying. Basically if he's awake he wants to eat. His weight seems good (gained 1+ lb at 2 week check up). Ped said it was ok to try stretching out feedings to 1.5-2 hours if I need a break from cluster feeds.
I'm trying to incorporate a bottle here and there with my extras from pumping so I can go out for "me" time once a week but baby gets SO mad when we pull the bottle from his mouth to burp every half oz so he doesn't chug the whole thing. And when the milk is gone he acts like he's still starving even though he got 2-3 oz. Will this get better? DH ended up giving him almost 5 oz in one hour because he didn't seem satisfied. He will have to get used to bottles during the day when I go back full time. I was an exclusive pumper with DD so EBF 90% of the time is new for me.
Had our 2 week appt today and he's 8 lbs 3oz. Dr didn't agree that the fact I was on 24 hrs of iv fluids would impact his weight. So we go back next week and have been ordered to feed him every 2 hours now. So no sleep for mommy for a week but let's make a chubby baby. Eta: he was 8 lbs 4 oz at birth
I'm not a doctor, so take this with a grain, but that is absolute BS that your doc doesn't think fluids make a difference. And even if they don't, 99% of babies lose weight after birth and it takes them about 10-14 days to put it back on. 1 ounce is like 1 day's worth of weight gain.
I am hungry and thirsty...E has been cluster feeding this morning though and I feel like I'm trapped on the couch b/c he is sleeping on my chest right now. I am terrified to get up, my nipples need a break.
I am hungry and thirsty...E has been cluster feeding this morning though and I feel like I'm trapped on the couch b/c he is sleeping on my chest right now. I am terrified to get up, my nipples need a break.
We've been feeding, screaming,and napping on my chest all morning too! I'm feeling so trapped in the house. Really hoping our afternoon improves so we can at least get out to target!
Had our 2 week appt today and he's 8 lbs 3oz. Dr didn't agree that the fact I was on 24 hrs of iv fluids would impact his weight. So we go back next week and have been ordered to feed him every 2 hours now. So no sleep for mommy for a week but let's make a chubby baby. Eta: he was 8 lbs 4 oz at birth
Yea I call b/s on your doc. Fluids 100% affect the baby...plus being 1 oz off of birth weight at 2 weeks is awesome.
Post by heavenwhip on Sept 9, 2015 10:47:13 GMT -5
Wtf. Finally get righty under control and lefty decides it wants to start spraying. My letdown is nuts. I wouldn't mind so much but Rayne tries to stop the flow by unlatching somewhat (you know the clicking noise?) which just causes gas and burps and tummy troubles. Stupid boobs, pull yourselves together already!
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LO gained 7 oz since last Wednesday! That's the good news. Bad news is the doc wants us to keep doing what we are doing. That means nursing at least every 2 hours during the day and every 3 hours at night. No sleep for mama.
LO gained 7 oz since last Wednesday! That's the good news. Bad news is the doc wants us to keep doing what we are doing. That means nursing at least every 2 hours during the day and every 3 hours at night. No sleep for mama.
That's great weight gain....why won't they let you go longer stretches!!?? I'm so sorry!
How is it going: Pretty good but I think we have Thrush and a bit of oversupply. She eats only 8 minutes (not complaining) but is still gaining weight. Gas is starting to kick up, just like her big brother so we ran and got the drops the other night and they seem to be working.
Any advice or questions: No questions. I go to the hospitals breastfeeding support group every Tuesday and Friday to do weighted feeds and ask any questions I have. My advice is if your local hospital does this, go! the LC who runs it is the one who you'd get one on one appointments with after being discharged and she is a godsend. I wish she still did rounds in the hospital. She did when DS was born and saved us on our last day there. If you find a good LC, hold on tight to them!
6w1d Shallow latch, dude wont open his mouth. Too bad i cant just wack him with a rolled up news paper, Kateyoung would approve. Still trying to heal the damage. Watched Stanford video at Kelly mom that was helpful will link in a bit
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