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Hello, I am new here, I've been posting at misc.kids and
misc.kids.pregnancy. I am expecting number two in October. I breastfed my first baby for two weeks before we introduced formula. I had no confidence in my supply (In hindsight I think my supply was fine) and was suffering from PND and anxiety, it was a difficult time and I felt very disapointed when I gave up breastfeeding completely at ten weeks. This time around I am much more confident all around and I know much more about breastfeeding. I intent to breastfeed for as long as possible. My goal being for the first year. So to my question. What are peoples experiences of breastfeeding second time around? I'm especially keen to hear from people who didn't BF or didn't BF for long, with their first baby. I have already had heaps of positive responses on the pregnancy group. Thanks in advance Judy |
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So to my question. What are peoples experiences of breastfeeding second time around? I'm especially keen to hear from people who didn't BF or didn't BF for long, with their first baby. I have already had heaps of positive responses on the pregnancy group. Thanks in advance I only bf'd DD#1 for about 4 weeks and rather unsuccesfully at that, she was always hungry and crying. I suffered major PPD and anxiety, I was also young (22) single and uneducated about bf, really no support from anyone.With #2 DD I took bf classes, read alot of books, consulted a LC at the hospital and, when I went home I got myself a local LC. It was rough for about the first two weeks, I rented a hospital grade pump and it went great until she self weaned at 17months. #3 DD and we are going strong at 4 months. Just be confident in yourself and get a great support network and you will be fine. Good Luck... Karen Ann Mommy to: Ashley 11-13-90 Meghan 3-10-97 Hayley "Chunky Monkey" 3-27-03 |
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"Sara" wrote in message ... Kereru wrote: Hello, I am new here, I've been posting at misc.kids and misc.kids.pregnancy. I am expecting number two in October. I breastfed my first baby for two weeks before we introduced formula. I had no confidence in my supply (In hindsight I think my supply was fine) and was suffering from PND and anxiety, it was a difficult time and I felt very disapointed when I gave up breastfeeding completely at ten weeks. Not that you asked, but can I just point out one thing? I had postpartum depression, and I'm sure breastfeeding has helped me greatly. It helped with bonding, and it was one thing I knew I was doing right. So... one more reason to breastfeed! -- Sara, accompanied by the baby barnacle I check this e-mail account infrequently Yeah I have been told that but weirdly enough in my case the PND only started to lift when I stopped breastfeeding. I think it was a combination of getting more sleep and my hormones returning to normal. But yes I am well aware it usually the other way around! Thanks for your input Judy |
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"Karen" wrote in message ... Judy wrote: So to my question. What are peoples experiences of breastfeeding second time around? I'm especially keen to hear from people who didn't BF or didn't BF for long, with their first baby. I have already had heaps of positive responses on the pregnancy group. Thanks in advance I only bf'd DD#1 for about 4 weeks and rather unsuccesfully at that, she was always hungry and crying. I suffered major PPD and anxiety, I was also young (22) single and uneducated about bf, really no support from anyone.With #2 DD I took bf classes, read alot of books, consulted a LC at the hospital and, when I went home I got myself a local LC. It was rough for about the first two weeks, I rented a hospital grade pump and it went great until she self weaned at 17months. #3 DD and we are going strong at 4 months. Just be confident in yourself and get a great support network and you will be fine. Good Luck... Karen Ann Mommy to: Ashley 11-13-90 Meghan 3-10-97 Hayley "Chunky Monkey" 3-27-03 Thanks :-) |
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"Irish Marie" wrote in message ... "Kereru" wrote in message ... Hello, I am new here, I've been posting at misc.kids and misc.kids.pregnancy. I am expecting number two in October. I breastfed my first baby for two weeks before we introduced formula. I had no confidence in my supply (In hindsight I think my supply was fine) and was suffering from PND and anxiety, it was a difficult time and I felt very disapointed when I gave up breastfeeding completely at ten weeks. This time around I am much more confident all around and I know much more about breastfeeding. I intent to breastfeed for as long as possible. My goal being for the first year. So to my question. What are peoples experiences of breastfeeding second time around? I'm especially keen to hear from people who didn't BF or didn't BF for long, with their first baby. I have already had heaps of positive responses on the pregnancy group. Thanks in advance Judy Judy, as of yet i have no advise for you, I am due my 3rd baby shortly but this will be just my 2nd attempt at bf. I gave up after 4 days when my DS was born, so I am very determined to be more confident in my ability this time. I just wanted to say welcome, and i will let you know how I get on. -- Marie Mum to DD5, DS3 and due #3 July '03 Hello, I'd love to hear how you get on :-) Judy |
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I didn't bf'd my first. Too many things that combined ended up with me
bottle feeding my son which made me really frustrated. This time around I promised myself things would be different. The whole scenario was different and I had a ton of support. This time even with cracked and bleeding nipples I was able to heal properly and continue breastfeeding my DD now 5 months I absolutely love our bf'ing relationship. It feels wonderful and although I go through phases when I sort of doubt my supply at every WBV she is gaining weight just fine and following her curve so I have stopped worrying much and have spent as much time as I can nurturing our bf'ing relationship. The goal is primarily 6 months exclusively and then 1 year. With your confidence you are in the right path to success! FayeC "Kereru" wrote in message ... Hello, I am new here, I've been posting at misc.kids and misc.kids.pregnancy. I am expecting number two in October. I breastfed my first baby for two weeks before we introduced formula. I had no confidence in my supply (In hindsight I think my supply was fine) and was suffering from PND and anxiety, it was a difficult time and I felt very disapointed when I gave up breastfeeding completely at ten weeks. This time around I am much more confident all around and I know much more about breastfeeding. I intent to breastfeed for as long as possible. My goal being for the first year. So to my question. What are peoples experiences of breastfeeding second time around? I'm especially keen to hear from people who didn't BF or didn't BF for long, with their first baby. I have already had heaps of positive responses on the pregnancy group. Thanks in advance Judy |
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Hello, I am new here, I've been posting at misc.kids and misc.kids.pregnancy. I am expecting number two in October. I breastfed my first baby for two weeks before we introduced formula. I had no confidence in my supply (In hindsight I think my supply was fine) and was suffering from PND and anxiety, it was a difficult time and I felt very disapointed when I gave up breastfeeding completely at ten weeks. This time around I am much more confident all around and I know much more about breastfeeding. I intent to breastfeed for as long as possible. My goal being for the first year. So to my question. What are peoples experiences of breastfeeding second time around? I'm especially keen to hear from people who didn't BF or didn't BF for long, with their first baby. I have already had heaps of positive responses on the pregnancy group. Thanks in advance Judy Hello judy! I didn't bf my first 2 children, they were ff fed. Since you allready furmula fed a baby you know how frustrating and exhausting all the washing and mixing is, plus lugging everything around with you! Breastfeeding is just SO much easier! Just tell yourself (and everyone around you) that you ARE going to breastfed no matter what! You really don't need any fancy pillows, or bras. Just keep reading this newsgroup and posting any questions, and you will be great! The kids took great to it, they just needed to watch really closly for the first few days, because they just couldn't get over the fact that mommy made milk! My first daughter had a habit of telling everyone, very proudly, she met that her baby sister ate breasts! Brandy |
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"Cathy" wrote in message ... Kereru wrote in message ... Hello, I am new here, I've been posting at misc.kids and misc.kids.pregnancy. I am expecting number two in October. I breastfed my first baby for two weeks before we introduced formula. I had no confidence in my supply (In hindsight I think my supply was fine) and was suffering from PND and anxiety, it was a difficult time and I felt very disapointed when I gave up breastfeeding completely at ten weeks. This time around I am much more confident all around and I know much more about breastfeeding. I intent to breastfeed for as long as possible. My goal being for the first year. So to my question. What are peoples experiences of breastfeeding second time around? I'm especially keen to hear from people who didn't BF or didn't BF for long, with their first baby. I have already had heaps of positive responses on the pregnancy group. Thanks in advance Judy Well, I knew by your user name that you are another NZer! I have no experience with no.2 as I am on a big learning curve with no. 1. Good luck for your pregnancy, and I'm sure lots of other people will answer your questions. Cathy Yes I am! I saw a post from you I think mentioning kumara so I knew I wasn't the only one :-) Hello! |
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"RuggyKurtz" wrote in message ... Hello, I am new here, I've been posting at misc.kids and misc.kids.pregnancy. I am expecting number two in October. I breastfed my first baby for two weeks before we introduced formula. I had no confidence in my supply (In hindsight I think my supply was fine) and was suffering from PND and anxiety, it was a difficult time and I felt very disapointed when I gave up breastfeeding completely at ten weeks. This time around I am much more confident all around and I know much more about breastfeeding. I intent to breastfeed for as long as possible. My goal being for the first year. So to my question. What are peoples experiences of breastfeeding second time around? I'm especially keen to hear from people who didn't BF or didn't BF for long, with their first baby. I have already had heaps of positive responses on the pregnancy group. Thanks in advance Judy Hello judy! I didn't bf my first 2 children, they were ff fed. Since you allready furmula fed a baby you know how frustrating and exhausting all the washing and mixing is, plus lugging everything around with you! Breastfeeding is just SO much easier! Just tell yourself (and everyone around you) that you ARE going to breastfed no matter what! You really don't need any fancy pillows, or bras. Just keep reading this newsgroup and posting any questions, and you will be great! The kids took great to it, they just needed to watch really closly for the first few days, because they just couldn't get over the fact that mommy made milk! My first daughter had a habit of telling everyone, very proudly, she met that her baby sister ate breasts! Brandy Ahh toddlers, my little one tells everyone that I have a baby in my boobies. Trying to explain breastfeeding seems to have been slightly misconstrued! |
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