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New Mama With Questions
"Jodi B" wrote in message t.net... Hi All, I just gave birth to my son on Sunday and I while I've lurked in this group for a long time, I guess I'd like some encouragement now that I'm actually in the thick of learning to bf a newborn. Congratulations!! The first couple of weeks are so hard. If you are very engorged he might be upset that it is hard to stay latched on such a firm breast and/or that he is getting more milk then he can deal with. The engorgement will correct itself but if you think this might be the problem you might want to pump or hand express enough to get past the first let down or enough to make your breast a little softer for him. And new born babies are just fuss pots some times. They are on a learning curve to and get impatient. Play some soft music and try to stay relaxed (I know it is hard when you are hormonal, sleep deprived, and worried all at the same time) and just keep plugging away at getting him latched on. Sing him a sweet song as soon as he is latched. I don't know if it did anything for my babies but I've found it almost impossible to be frustrated and singing at the same time. Oh, and post as many times as you want. Sometimes it just helps to not only get input but just commiserate with other moms that know what you are going through! -- Nikki, mama to Hunter 4/99 Luke 4/01 Brock 4/06 Ben 4/06 |
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