We have been home since Monday afternoon. It has had its ups and downs. Breastfeeding is a challenge. I have an appointment with the lactation people at the hospital today. Guys, you may want to skip this section. At the hospital she would breastfeed ok sometimes and other times it was horrible! After we got home I had problems with her, she wanted fed and wanted fed now and it is almost like she doesn't want to have to "work" for her milk. I was getting so frustrated, then she had two really good feedings. So, I was hopeful that I could do this! Monday night or Tuesday morning the feedings didn't go well at all. She was fighting and not laching on right. Now, my nipples are cracked and bleed. So, I have been pumping since then. It works so much better and she took so well to the bottle. I haven't decided if this is the way I am going to go, but right now it seems like the best option! I don't want to breastfeed her because I am afriad of infection since they are cracked. I figure as long as she is getting the breastmilk it really shouldn't matter where it comes from. Maybe they will be able to help me when I go in today.
Well I need to go pump so I she can eat in about an hour. Have a good day. Here are some pictures for your enjoyment.
3 comments:
It doesn't matter how she's getting the breast milk as long as she is getting it...kind of a pain for you tho...can't wait till Sat..looking forward to seeing all 3 of you...Take care and remember rest when Kellyn does...Love ya, Aunt Sandy
She is beautiful! Congratulations to all!
Congratulations! What a beauty! Hope your appt with the lactation consultant goes well. I honestly thought nursing was something that would be easy, but it definitely takes some work.
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