From feeding techniques to overcoming challenges, this space is for sharing advice and experiences on breastfeeding, pumping, and finding lactation support to nurture your baby’s growth.
- by systemFrom feeding techniques to overcoming challenges, this space is for sharing advice and experiences on breastfeeding, pumping, and finding lactation support to nurture your baby’s growth. 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by T_M10When I was 17 I had a breast reduction surgery. They made me sign a waiver saying that if I could not produce milk it was not their fault. However, the doctor said it would most likely either be no milk at all, or be perfectly fine. Well my son in 2 months old and […]
- by numumamawhat happens to one's breastmilk if one were to get pregnant while still breastfeeding their first child 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by A.L_1Hi Moms, I think my 6 month old has a shellfish allergy. I had lobster on NYE and right away he got very gassy and didn't have a bm for a week. He was very uncomfortable, couldn't sleep (our carefully developed sleep training is pretty much history now), and was basically miserable. After the gassiness […]
- by shoppinjujuHey Momma's, I have exclusively been nursing my 11 month old since she was born. She now has 4 teeth and I have sore nipples. She is not biting me but I think her latch may have changed. It feels like I'm nursing a newborn everytime….The pain is off the charts. I have been using […]
- by katie.kroenerHello, mamas! First time mom, here with a question. My little girl is 5 weeks old. I am noticing that she seems to really be uncomfortable from gas/indigestion about an hour or so after feedings. (I am breastfeeding.) She becomes very agitated and at times appears to be in pain. After she passes the gas […]
- by nslusherI have a friend who has to return to work after her baby is born but is determined to continue feeding her baby breast milk and wants to pump but does not know what pump would be best. So I am wondering what brand of breast pump is most powerful and best to take to […]
- by kimberly_38After more than 5 months of successfully (and exclusively) breastfeeding my first baby, my nipples are more sore/tender/bloody than ever!!! My daughter is now easily distracted during feedings and will often turn her head or pull away quickly with me still in her mouth. I already pump so that our nanny can feed her while […]
- by deanandkatieHi moms! I'm hoping you all can give me some advice. I weaned my 1 year old son a week ago and it went surprisingly well. I just cut down feedings a lot and last week got pretty engorged so I nursed him again and I haven't had to nurse him since. I never got […]
- by member.thaoMy twins will be one in Feb and I am looking for info on weening. They are not exclusively breastfed so I do not think they will go into shock. Although I occasionally nurse in the morning when one of them wakes up early and is hungry. And he gets a little angry when he […]
- by roxane.beckerMy daughter is really enjoying breastfeeding. And, I love being able to help nourish her and to have that special time together. However, for a few reasons, I do need to wean her over the next couple of months. As of now, she loves to feed frequently… about 7 times a day (she doesn't ask […]
- by scmf.dnfGood afternoon! I have a 5 1/2 month old son and I have never given him formula. He has only had breast milk from day one. I pump and feed due to latching issues. My milk production has gone down some and I know he is at the stage where I should be uping the […]
- by ballerinasarahOkay you awesome moms…please HELP! I am breastfeeding my 10 month old son and for the past week 1/2 or so I have had an extremely sore nipple. It it just one. I am sure the latch is fine. It is sore all the time but it is especially sore and feels like razor blades […]
- by shanti_nicoleHi, I pumped fresh milk two days ago and put it in the fridge for the baby sitter. We didn't use it and it was never opened….. Can I freeze it today – today is the 2nd day. It went into the fridge right away after pumping. Thanks so much for your help. 12 posts […]
- by carla.boggsI am 18 weeks pregnant with my first baby. I have a younger sister in Florida who just got engaged on Christmas Day. She and I are very close and she's asked me to be her maid of honor. She wants to plan her wedding in 2010, but is having scheduling problems due to her […]
- by billmill1234Hi fellow nursing Mom's. My daughter is 13 months old and nurses before nap, before bed, and (the problem) multiple times overnight. I nursed my boys until 14/15 months (my first), 17/18 months (my second). Neither slept through the night until I weaned them. I was pregnant each time I weaned. My intent was to […]
- by Big_Mama1I love my Lansinoh disposable nursing pads, but I want to avoid spending $20 a month. I need to find some good reusable nursing pads. I have some (don't remember the brand) but I have to double them up because they leak so bad. I don't feel comfortable wearing them out of the house either, […]
- by debramyslinskiHi there. I would like to begin weaning my five week old. Ideally I would like to focus on introducing formula at night to hopefully encourage some better sleep and then worry about the daytime. I really just do not know how to start. I have already had Mastitis and am so worried about getting […]
- by cheerchica2002Hi, I have a question on weaniong. I always knew I wanted to breastfeed my children, but my husband is against it. Our son was 5 1/2 weeks early, and I think the doctors wanting my to breastfeed to get him home earlier was what made it okay with him. My plan was to start […]
- by megweber06Well my daughter just turned 6 months old and is a little under the weather with cold-like symptoms. She seems to be getting better but now all of a sudden she's decided to stop nursing. When I try to feed her she just cries and when she attempts to latch on she just bites me. […]