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EAT => Breast Feeding => Topic started by: Katielouise84 on May 19, 2013, 18:34:25 pm
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Hi,
My 10week old baby was diagnosed as having silent reflux at 3 weeks. Been on gaviscon, ranitidine (which made him worse) and now omeprazole.
He was also born with posterior tongue tie which was divided at 9 days old and again at 8 weeks.
Had it checked yesterday and there is minor re attachment which isn't affecting feeding,but he has lots of tension under his tongue which draws his left shoulder up to his ear, it makes feeding on the left side very uncomfortable for him and he cries and kicks, bobs on and off and looses his latch quickly.
He sees a cranial osteopath but were on the 7th session now and would of hoped to have seen some improvement but not yet.
His feeding is awful.... He latches on, pulls off, gets frustrated, cries... He feeds for anything from
5-30minutes (longest time during the night) he's then just cat napping, all day and night, and he's hungry again 1-1.5hours later day or night.
I've had to start topping up with formula through the day (anything feom 1.5oz-5oz) and he has the last feed at night is formula he's having 6oz and he's still waking 2 hours later hungry. He doesn't seems in pain with reflux. Tried hungry baby formula today and he seemed more content after it.
He has an awful time passing any wind and bowel movements (even though they're runny) we have to use a cotton bud.
I don't think my supply is up to what it should be.
Any tips or suggestions would be great!
Thanks :-)
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Hey honey, wow what a rough start. :-*
I sure you will have some great advice on the TT etc but I just wanted to ask if you think he could be MPI? Here are the symptoms. The Gassiness and poops just sound a little like it YK?
Does my LO have food intolerances?
How long has he been on the omeprazole for?
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Hi sweetie, sounds like you've got a lot going on -- if you're concerned about supply, there's a good link here about supply: "I'm worried I may have a low milk supply"
Also, have a read of this link as well -- Oversupply and Overactice (Forceful) Let-Down -- as some of this can cause fussy feedings.
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Oh I'm exhausted, it just seems that's its one thing after another with us.
He's been on omeprazole for 4 weeks now.
I've been asked about MPI but would find it extremely difficult to cut milk out of my diet being a type 1 diabetic and not liking milk substitutes either ??? :-\
I'll
Have a read if the supply link thanks very much :)
Just feel like I'm not getting anywhere with him, my OH doesn't grasp breastfeeding either and is more than happy to throw 'just give him a bottle, he's hungry' at me and there's so much friction, it's awful.
LO is fine after formula and its not a special one or anything but he's been really settled on the hungry baby stuff we gave him at lunch. I keep trying to work out what could be causing him to not feed properly and I've a constant headache with it!!
Thanks for replies ladies :D
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As well as the TT, has he been checked for a lip tie? They can cause some similar issues with regard to BF.
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It could be that lo is more gassy after a bf due to not being able to control the flow of milk and taking in more air on bfing than on bottle feed. This was my lo's issue x
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Hey, there's definitely no lip tie that was checked.
Shivi - his latch was seen by a lactation consultant yesterday and she was impressed with it, didn't seem up take air in.
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I would be careful with the hungry baby formula, it's designed to be harder to digest. It's really meant for slightly older babies to delay weaning by making them feel fuller for longer but it can cause digestive issues especially if he is already having trouble.
He may have been more settled because it's a bit thicker. You may be better off with a comfort/ easy digest formula which is also thicker but easier on the digestive system and they contain stool softeners.
Both my kids were/are mostly silent refluxers and both have tongue ties but I wasn't able to breastfeed. They started on a normal formula, switched to a comfort/ easy digest formula and ended up on a specialist reflux formula which worked really well for them. They had no issues with milk proteins though so didn't need a milk free formula.
Laura
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The formula I've got says suitable from birth.
We've tried comfort milk but that didn't seem to make any difference, but it was about 2 weeks ago.
Oh - I've no idea what to think anymore. It's all a guessing game to me, finding it really hard to find out 'what's the matter with him'.
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Do you think you have an OALD? Or OS? If you do think so then it could be quite easy to check if this is the issue causing wind/gas by doing a few of the tricks in the links Erin gave.
A big burping session and gripe water or simethecone drops can help with wind :-*
If your worried about possible intolerances then really LO needs a milk free diet to know for sure. So either ed for you or milk free formula. One of the more obvious signs of a milk intolerance is persistent mucus in poops. Chronic abdominal pain/gas etc and for us LO always seemed hungry but would only feed a short time.
If to you it seems like the reflux isn't controlled and LO is arching on the breast, has acid breath then the meds need to be reviewed really. Do you have the cot elevated? A paci may also help keep the milk down.
I don't know much about TT or comfort formulas etc but wrt formulas I do know changing frequently can cause upset so do try to stick with 1 for 2-3 weeks at least before hanging and maybe discuss with your dr ???
Hugs, it's so hard x
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Hi thanks for your reply :-)
NomIndont think its either of them, been reading in here about lactose overload http://www.babycareadvice.com/babycare/general_help/article.php?id=18 that sounds just like my LO. Going to try the tips suggested on there.
He's just fed for 40 minutes! Can't say I can smell acid on his breath but it does smell of something today and I'm not sure what!
I'm going to give the health visitor a ring okay but to be honest she's not very up there with any suggestions or ideas :-\
Fingers crossed!
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Have you tried feeding him in a rugby hold so he is not on his uncomfortable left side?
As pps say if he is MPI then he really does need a milk-free diet. If it does appear to be the case then maybe have a chat with the GP and ask for a referral to a dietician to help you find foods you can eat instead of milk, assuming of course you wish to stick with the BFing.
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If it smells like vinegar, that's also likely the acid :-*
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He won't feed from me at all now screamed the house down for past hour. Currently bottle feeding him. :'( :'(
Feel completely fed up with it all. Don't even know why I'm still bfing some days. It seems like a complete waste of time when I end up making formula anyway : :-[
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Hugs. This thread may give you some reasons to be proud of however much breast milk you are able to give LO. Reasons to be proud!
What do you think you would ideally like to work towards? EBF, combination feeding or switching to formula completely? We can give you advice on achieving it but I would want to be pushing you one way if you are more interested in another if you know what I mean.
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Thank you.
I'll have a read of that :)
Oh I'd love to ebf, it breaks my heart giving him formula and I hate doing it. :'(
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Instead of the cotton bud, have you tried doing some baby massage on his tummy? There are a good few movements you can use that help them to move wind and whatnot more easily. Some BF LOs just don't go all that often.
I agree with PP who suggested using a different hold for the less preferred breast, whether that's a rugby ball hold or something more upright. You CAN get through this.
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Yeah I keep trying it.
I'm sure I've got foremilk/hind milk imbalance, do you have any suggestions of what to do?
Can you express before a feed??
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Another thing that doesn't help one little bit is my OH saying after every BF he's still hungry. So we end up giving him a bottle.
He's not said it but I know he wants me to give up bfing, makes me more determined to carry on!
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Here are some ideas on the tummy massage Massage, Colic, and recognising various cries info.
We also have this FAQ on oversupply if you think you have that. Oversupply and Overactice (Forceful) Let-Down
And this has more info on foremilk and hindmilk http://kellymom.com/bf/got-milk/basics/foremilk-hindmilk/
What makes you think you have a foremilk imbalance?
Have you considered pumping and offering a bottle of expressed milk rather than formula? That would help balance your supply to his needs.
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It could well be that what your husband is thinking is hunger is actually wind and LO has actually had enough. Sadly, the more bottles of supplement you offer, the less milk you will end up producing as a result, which leads to a vicious spiral. Expressing off the first little bit and doing Breast compression as feeding on each breast slows could help even out the foremilk/hindmilk thing (or just compressions).
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I just wanted to jump on to offer hugs and support too. Both of my lo's have had tongue-tie, acid reflux, and MSPI, I'll be back later after lo's bedtimes :-*
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I've just been googling to be honest and came across this..... http://www.babycareadvice.com/babycare/general_help/article.php?id=18
It's him all over.
Oh I know the whole cycle of formula and not making enough :-(
Going to try expressing and doing block feeding see if it makes a difference. How long does it take to show a change in LO?
Thanks ladies :-)
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More (((hugs)))
The block feeding generally only takes a few days to help. Just keep putting him back on that first breast if he seems like he's still hungry. I'm sure you've read it, but frequent feeding is often just a baby's way of dealing with a sore tummy.
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He's now screaming and won't feed and he's hungry. I don't get what I'm doing so wrong??
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We had this at 10 is weeks, or maybe closer to 12. It was a GS...they are terrible for refluxers :( :-*
It was at this age we needed a med review and when I had a lot of bf trouble with imbalance. ITA about frequent short feeds helping them cope its discomfort, unfortunately it can make itowrse sometimes :-\
Have you tried feeding him drowsy? In the dark, while singing or rocking?
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Yup, had the same at GS time here, but no reflux. Found DD was always overtired when she came to feed and then wouldn't despite being hungry. It's nothing you're doing wrong. Easier said than done, but try to relax and don't try to 'force' anything. Some mums find getting in the bath with LO on their tummy in the warm water helps LO relax and go to the breast.
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When he's sleepy he feeds lovely. It's when he's awake during feeds that I can't feed him. He holds himself rigid bobs on and off and cries.
OH is currently giving him a bottle of EBM I hardly get any when I express, it takes a day to get 1 feed.
Wasn't expecting a GS for a while. Night have to ring drs about meds. It's done says where I don't even think he's got silent reflux, I never hear him gurgling or anything no acid smell on him.
He just gets himself more and more worked up and I can't settle him I end up leaving him with OH as breastfeeding is supposed to settle them. He's doing a good job if making me feel like a failure.
I have to give him formula as I never have enough expressed.
I daren't go out with him as I'm embarrassed at the noise he makes crying during bfing, feel like a prisoner. :(
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Big hugs hun.
Can you try only feeding him when sleepy for a bit to get your supply up?
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But when he's awake he's hungry and I can't feed him then and that's when bottles make their appearance.
It's always on an evening too so OH does my head in saying he's hungry when I know!
I just feel like I'm guessing all the time trying to find out a reason for him being like he is.
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I know some people rush in as soon as LO is waking from a nap and feed in the still-dark nursery before LO rouses too much. Is that an option?
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It sounds like he's probably trying to cluster feed, but being a bit tired he's getting himself worked up. Milk supply is naturally lower, but higher in fat in the evenings and contains sleepy properties. Have you tried just doing some skin to skin if he's worked up and letting him try to get to the breast himself? Yes, he may well cry a bit, but if you can avoid offering the bottle and allow him to get there, it will get better :-*
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He's still in my room so through the night I just get him as he's stirring and they seem ok.
Skin to skin doesn't soothe him. I never had skin to skin when I had him due to c-section.
It'd be ok if he cried for a bit but he just goes on and on. Screaming until he's fed, which I feel like I can't do. It makes him worse trying to BF him.
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Does he like the bath -- I know what the other ladies mentioned about feeding in the bath has really worked for some ladies.
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Pacifier? - I would rock Z with his face snuggled into my armpit and hhe dummy between me and him. It helped stop the crying and calm him down. I helped it's the reflux too :-*
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Hi,
I so sorry to hear you are having so much trouble. BF is clearly very important to you. Did you think of calling Breastfeeding Network or La Leche League or Association of Breasfeeding Mothers Helplines?
They are run by trained volunteers and if they cannot help you over the phone they will invite you to one of the local groups or even arrange a home visit. It's a free service
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All of their contact details are available here - "In real life" help, Useful websites, helplines :)
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Update today...... The HV came round as I broke down on he phone when she asked how I am doing, LO just cried he while time she was there and she said I've a difficult baby (know that) that I need a break, I need to see the GP, she didn't know if he was just hungry or tired or had tummy ache. To be honest she didn't know anything. Asked things like what's he like sleeping, have we trialled him without his omeprazole, to carry on topping up with bottles if needed.
My mum and partner have more or less made an intervention an hour ago saying that I'm not living just existing (I don't go anywhere as I hate trying to BF him in public as he cries and I end up making a bottle up anyway and j just feel what's the point? And I also hate carrying formula round with me - actually think I've got a problem, I just feel guilty that I'm not bfing and I'm jealous of all the other mums that do and are happy with their babies, and I really struggle settling LO how awful does that sound?) and that LO's no routine and I don't do anything at home. So we're trialling a full 24 hours of bottle formula feeding him see what difference that makes, obviously not my choice but my mum broke down and said "what other option do we have when we see you like this and think if things don't get better we'll have to get you some professional help". So my mums having him downstairs tonight and I'm just getting up to express.
Well I feel . Tired, headache, jealous, guilty, it's awful.
Can I ask what's best with bottles? It's doing my head in making them up fresh every time..
Can I fill bottles with boiling water leave them to cool, add formula and warm? (Think that's the best for going out)
Or can I just make up a few and leave them in the fridge and use as needed? (Think that's the best while I'm at home?)
Sorry for the rant xx
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The recommendations are to make them up fresh each time. I know some people do other things, but you would need to take some advice from your HV about what other options you have. I always made them up freshly (although I did used to fill a thermos flask so I didn't have to boil the kettle twice, but the water was still over 70 degrees).
It's really hard work having a LO with a tongue tie or reflux, but both can be awful. I can totally relate. I made myself miserable trying to get my DS to sleep/feed when he was so uncomfortable and put a lot of pressure on myself to the point that I ended up with PND.
I can't remember if you said you'd tried cranial osteopathy, but some people find they have good results with that for reflux and to alleviate discomfort in other places. Might be worth considering? :-\
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Sorry if this has already been asked, but how much omeprazole is your lo on, and when do you give it? Did your doctor mention that you need to give it on an empty tummy and 30 mins before a feed?
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Hugs hun. I hope you are in agreement with the trial of 100% formula. I worry you have been railroaded by your mum and you don't sound like it was your decision. I'm sure she has the best of intentions but if you do feel that this is not what you want and they have taken the decision out of your hands then I would urge you to stand your ground. Maybe I have misunderstood and if so I apologise.
I would definitely recommend getting some BF help IRL if it is BFing you wish to pursue. As you have found Hvs just aren't knowledgable in these areas.
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Hi,
I really admire your perseverance in the face of overwhelming odds. I feel you have been badly let down up to this point. You did not have skin to skin after birth (even though it could have been arranged), the lactation consultant was no help and the HV hasn't got a clue. Your mother and husbands reached the point where they feel BF is not good for either you or the baby. Yet you still want to go on.
I remember myself in a similar situation 4 years ago when my 7 months old was waking me up 8-10 times every night for a feed and I was a walking zombie. Everyone was pushing me towards controlled crying and I just didn't feel it was the right course of action for me or my baby. I will forever be indebted to Tracey Hogg because she showed me the other way. As soon as I starting reading her book things fell into place. It wasn't easy, it took 3 weeks instead of 3 days but we got there in the end. And it gave me the confidence that I am a good mother.
I urge you to look far and wide for the person you can click with. I am currently undergoing a 12 week training to be a Breastfeeding Network Helper. (Breastfeeding Network Supporters have to do 2 years training on top of this, there is so much to learn about BF so that we can offer real help). BfN a UK charity run by mothers who breastfed their own children. We support every woman and her baby, regardless of the way she chooses to feed. We work with mothers who want to bottle feed if this is want they want. I am very alarmed that no one has showed you how to safely prepare a formula and you are fishing this information on the internet. I believe you have been badly let down by health professionals.
I pray that you get the help you so desperately need. One mother on our course had so much difficulty she took advice from over a dozen people before she found the right person and that person made all the difference and she ended up breastfeeding her child for 3 years. Luckily, her second child was much easier. I don't know where in the world you live, but someone kindly sent you a link with all the contact details of the many voluntary organizations after I posted my first rely 22 hours ago. It sounds you badly need a shoulder to cry on as well. I pray that you can get in touch with someone you can talk your difficulties through and come up with a solution that is right for you and your baby, Good luck.
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Fiver - Yes we go for cranial osteopathy, got another session today.
C&B&E - No, the Dr never mentioned that to me, thanks for the advice and I will try that from now on.
nsalfarlie - I'm in the UK (West Yorkshire) I will have a look at the BfN, I don't want to stop Bfing, but I think LO is a hungry/greedy baby and doesn't always get what he needs from me as i've had to top up feeds with a bottle anyway. So i'm in two minds over what to do. Thank yu for your help and advice :) His night time feeds have always been fine, he's sleepy so feeds lovely, I might try that again once we've stopped with this whole bottle fiasco. What happens to supply though? I had to express loads this morning as I'd not fed for ages. How do I regulate my supply if I just feed at night? Should I be expressing through the day?
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If you want to keep the supply to be able to BF him again then ideally you need to pump at all missed feeds, so every 3hrs. Any is better than none though of course.
How did the day of bottle feeding go?
This FAQ may be useful Relactation: I stopped nursing, but regret my decision. Can I start again?
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He feeds the same on the bottle as he does with me - he fusses look around, spits the teat out and doesn't drink a full amount, he was fine in the night and took a 7oz and 6oz feed but this morning 8.30 it took him over an hour to get 5.5 down him and he was hungry again at 10.30 but took ages to get bottle ready so fed him sleepy at 11, and he only took 3 oz.
Oh I have no idea whats right ??? I know i'm feeling rely cross at the decision my Mum and partner made for me to bottle feed, I hate doing it! :-\ :'(
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Sorry to hear you are cross. It is your decision and no one should make that for you.
If he is the same on the bottle then can you just go back to the breast and do some of the suggestions in the link I posted in my last post?
Did you get a chance to call some IRL help?
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Hey,
Well what a 24 hours... He definitely has trouble with his tongue. He cannot use a bottle properly either, so it's not been me thats been the problem. So my head feels a lot better but poor baby.
He had his cranial osteopath session today and she says he's no full sucking reflex in his tongue so whatever method of feeding we give him he's going to struggle. And i think i can cope with that and BF him still. I just need to relax. The osteopath is going to retrain his tongue to work properly, so were back next friday - hope he's ok until then. So all the problems we've got… lots of gripey wind, gassy, tummy ache is down to his tongue not functioning properly, and not something I am doing. x
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These people are incredibly experienced with dealing with BF issues, especially oral issues such as tongue and lip ties and can divide them also. They offer clinics in Huddersfield and Halifax as well at one to one consultations (http://milkmatters.org.uk/services-offered/prices/)
If he's struggling with the bottle as well, then there is definitely an issue which needs resolving and I'm not sure that "retraining" the tongue is going to be sufficient.
There's a charge for their service, but I really do think it might be worth your while being in touch with them as they really do know what they're doing (and no, I don't work for them ;) ) Just something else for you to consider, but it does sound like you want to continue to BF and, online, we can support you only so far. :-*
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Hey, thanks for the reply...
They are the people I am in constant contact with! The lactation consultant throws so many different reasons/suggestions for his fussy feeding. It's only been today that we've realised about his tongue. I've messaged her to see what she suggests!
Feel so much better knowing it's not me!x
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Huge hugs. It can take a while to get a tongue tie noticed. My friend didn't spot DD's until she was 8wo and that was after seeing her every day (more or less) in those 8 weeks and crying to her all the time about how painful it was.
Really hope your mum and partner can be more on board with you BF now
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huge hugs xxx
As a speech and language therapist and a 2nd time mum (and someone who then went on to be an int. lac. consultant) it took me 8 weeks also to notice a tongue tie in my DD.....
TT can be SOOO upsetting for the tummy alone.....causes so much gas, such fussiness and, in our case, so many daytime issues.
Hope you can get it sorted, and soon xxx
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((hugs)) sweetie, I admire your perseverance! At least you can tell dh and you mum that he's got an actual reason for the fussiness that a bottle won't magically fix. ::)
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His tongue isn't tied anymore it was cut at 9 days and 8 weeks old. It that he doesn't know what to do with it. Poor little guy. Need to get my confidence up to going out as I'm still scared just incase I can't settle him and I don't what other people staring if he's crying during a BF!x
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What sort of places are you worried about going to?
There are often places in shopping centres and cares where you can get some privacy buy either using a feeding room or sitting in a corner facing the wall. Not suggesting you hide away of course just that it may be less stressful for you.
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I always fed in the car when mine were newborn and needed time to latch -- I had no problem BFing in public when mine were able to latch easily, but trying to get a latch right with a newborn was something I found difficult with people I didn't know around. I know some people are totally okay with it, but can't say that I'm one of them. :)
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I am very pleased to read that you might be finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel (you still need to get there, though). I am very happy to hear that your lactation consultant is offering lots of suggestions because every baby is unique and sometimes all it takes is a small adjustment. I am still concerned though that there is more help out that you are currently getting. Why do you have to look on the internet on how many times to express for example, why didn't your lactation consultant discuss this with you? Does she look busy? How long does she actually sit with you and observe your feed and talk things through?
I would still urge you to give a call to Brestfeeding Network Helpline which is 0300 100 0210. It's free service and there is no pressure to BF. If you want to BF (and it sounds you really to) then they will work with you for as long as it takes. But no one is going to judge you if you can't. It's run by mothers who breastfed themselves and had a training in BF as well. Most mothers had difficulties and got help and this is the reason they are doing it.
Another thing you might look into is a DVD called Dunstan Baby Language. It's helps to distinguish between cries of hunger, tiredness, wind etc. I found it amazing and when I gave it to my friend she said it saved her marriage because even her husband could identify a hungry baby cry and stopped calling my friend a bad mother when she refused to feed again if only one hour had passed between the previous feed. It's not cheap on Amazon but it could sometimes be bought cheaper on EBay. I think they do apps now, as well. You can google it up before you make any decision.
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It's helps to distinguish between cries of hunger, tiredness, wind etc
Or check out the Baby Whisperer books where Tracy describes the sounds of the cries and body language that often accompanies them :)
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There is also a summary here Re: colic, recognising cries, and massage
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I'm just wanting to be able to nip out for a walk and into a cafe, or to a baby group, fills me with fear thinking about it!
I'm ringing the breastfeeding network tomorrow, on my to do list.
I've had a look at the baby whisperer book, think I need to dig it out and look again!!
Poor little man is still struggling to feed its heartbreaking to watch. Think the thing I'm finding hardest is that I'm his Mum and should be able to help him, think that's where my feeling of being useless is coming from.
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Think the thing I'm finding hardest is that I'm his Mum and should be able to help him, think that's where my feeling of being useless is coming from.
((hugs)) sweetie. 2 out of my 3 cried a lot as babies, regardless of what I did to help them. Definitely frustrating!
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Hi,
I've seen so many mothers on my breastfeeding training course who struggled to BF. They are wonderful mothers, as far as I can see.
Also, there are a lot of struggling mothers in your community at this very moment. But because they don't go to baby groups, cafes etc you don't know about them.
I am not sure if it helps. Please try to be easy on yourself. The first few months are always tough. I am very impressed that you are still pressing on with BF regardless of the difficulties. You must be a very determined person. I hope that you get the help you need.
I also volunteer for Bliss, a nationwide charity that supports the parents of premature babies. I have seen myself mothers who had to express milk and maintain the milk supply for 2-3 months before the baby was able to take breast. So this option might be considered if everything else fails. It is more difficult to maintain mother's milk supply this way and is far less enjoyable for the mother and more time consuming.
I have read your entire thread before posting my first reply and read everything since. I still have no clear picture of what is going on. You really need help of a trained person who has the time to spend with you and discuss many options that are still available.
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Could you maybe pop out for a walk straight after a feed and then you would be home before he needs to feed again? Even if it is just half and hour or an hour at least it would get you out of the house. Maybe start by staying close to home so that you can nip back if he wants more milk.
What about a feeding butterfly/cover? You could feed without anyone seeing your boob when he is bobbing off and on taking the pressure off you to keep yourself covered?
I hope someone IRL can help you soon. Lots of practice at hime with no pressure until then.
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I'm braving going out today! Taking a friend who knows about our feeding problems to a baby group this afternoon! Eeekkkk!! Feeling quite excited but little nervous at the same time.
Spoke to LO's osteopath and she said that 24-48hours after treatment is when the baby feels the change so may make any symptoms worse.
Last night feeding was perfect and the feed an hour ago was too, he was wide awake and fed for 25mins and then nodded off, he hasn't done that in ages, he's usually to distressed to even feed, hope the day stays like this!!
You ladies on this forum have been amazing, its lovely to chat to other mums especially for a dive when things are so hard. Ive got my fingers crossed for today!!
Im still ringing the breastfeeding helpline, think i could do with a bit of help with positions and getting comfy etc..
x
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Nice to hear a positive update.
Have fun at the baby group. And remember they are all parents there so have been through similar things wrt the fussy baby I am sure. No one will be looking at you thinking anything bad. Who knows if yiu hapoen to get talking ti anyone they may have had similar struggles. Glad you have your friend for support.
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Yay, so glad you're getting out! Exactly what Ali said -- moms with babies know that babies are fussy and they don't judge.
Awesome that you had a better feed as well, but definitely keep up with your IRL help. :)
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Oh, that's great news. If you don't get any joy with the BfN, definitely try one of the other organisations (ABM, LLL, etc...) There will be someone who can help you.
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Could we be having a growth spurt.....??
He's not feeding well anyway, but he's only latching on for a minute and doing this many times an hour. Can't comment if he's cranky or anything as he's always crying, nothing seems to calm him. Offering the breast and he's still crying ???
x
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He's feeding but only latching on for 1-2 minutes and crying soon don't know of its his tongue or that he's hungry. Should I try a bottle? ??? x
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There are many growth spurts in the first few months so when in doubt, I usually say that it is. There is one around 3 weeks. You can try a bottle -- or something like a syringe if you're concerned about him getting enough to eat.
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He's 11 weeks think he's due one at 12 weeks.
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Yes, one due around 12w/3m, so it could definitely be that come early maybe combined with tiredness etc.
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He's 11 weeks think he's due one at 12 weeks.
I'm sorry, I meant 3 months, not 3 weeks (perils of responding on the phone...)