I have been breastfeeding my 9 month old son almost exclusivly on demand. The other day while I was checking up on my friend that is about to deliver her first I was talking about Breastfeeding as birth control using NFP and LAM. When I mentioned the ‘breastfeeding on demand’ she said she that she ‘had heard negative things about breastfeeding on demand’ on furture inquiry she said she has been reading some “Babywise” book that suggests ‘lovingly guiding your child to a schedule’ this is the first time I ever heard anything negative about on demand. So I am curious how other mothers that breastfeed feel about this? I started to think ‘what does she know.. she hasnt started breastfeeding yet? But the tone of her voice sounded like –your doing it wrong–. Am I off the wall or is she? Opinions either way?
I had trouble breastfeeding both my children but wanted to give them brestmilk at least until i went back to work. It may also be handy to have for in between feedings to aide in producing more milk (the more you fed/pump the more mil you produce). If you receive WIC (something you may find a big plus if you qualify for it) they will loan you a hospital quality pump to use..definite bonus 
! Do your homework on breast pumps now before the baby is born so you can find one that is right for you..Good luck!! As far as the baby carrier is concerned..I had one for my first son and they are nice for use while shopping and such because you can have the baby close to you but have both hands free..some are also designed to be able to use while breast feeding. One downfall is sometimes they are tricky to get the baby in and out of…..also you get hot and sore from carrying the baby on you if you carry the baby in it for too long (reminisent of being 8 moths prego all over again..arrrggghhhh..lol) They are nice to have but until you get use to it you may want to have Daddy or a friend help you get the baby in and out of it. Hope this helped .
I’ve read on a few posts today that breasts shrink after breastfeeding. Is it true? No text book answers please, just personal experience. Thanks.
What i mean exactly, is that i want to breast feed. if its possible. I know some babies are allergic or moms milk dries up too quick.what i was wondering. is that if anyone ever just used a breast pump instead of having the baby latch on? I was thinking about that. I am 28 weeks pregnant. and i figured, it would be easier on me my husband my sister in law who lives with us. has anyone ever did that? if so can you give me your input, even if you haven,t i would like your opinions,
thank you. either way i plan on breast feeding. latch on to mamas boob or through a bottle. lol
My son has a tongue so i have had to hold back on breast feeding, all the while i am still pumping just not as often as i was feeding. My breast have lost the engorged look and feeling, and in my attempts to pump here lately i have only been able to pump small amounts… am i out of milk? can i get it back?
as opposed to every 4 weeks?
I was surprised at my 32 week appointment to be told to book again for 36 weeks – especially because my midwife was off and the one I saw didn’t do what was planned (i.e. the breastfeeding discussion)
She called me back in the end and told me to book again for 34 weeks so this can be done and my birth plan as scheduled at 36 weeks.
What are other people’s experiences?
Thanks
I am pregnant with my first child due Sept. I want to breastfeed most of the time but want to mix this with bottle feeding for when we have visitors or I am out etc. I don’t feel comfortable getting everything out in front of people. What exactly do I need? A breast pump, steriliser etc but how many bottles and storage container etc etc. The market is flooded with products and I don’t know what I need and whats not essential. I am on a budget so essentials only please.
Breastfeeding for a year:
Bottles: $250
Breast pump: $150
Breast feeding Bibs: $100
Nursing Bras: $60
Nursing pads: $44
Total: $604
Bottle feeding for a year:
Bottles: $250
Bibs: $200
Bottle nipples: $50
Formula: 2,000
Total: 2,450
I researched a lot about how to take care of the baby, breastfeeding, nutrition, etc while my wife had no patience for a book. I recommended a parenting class so she’ll know what to do. Did you or your husband go to any?
I am a first time mother and I have decided to breast feed. Since I have had to go back to work, I must pump to supply my daughter the food she needs through the night. It just seems like when I pump, my left breast doesn’t produce as much milk as the right. Is that normal? Should I be worried? I just want whats best for my little princess, so I hope someone can tell me some information to ease my mind.
