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Offline welshkitten71

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« on: May 18, 2006, 19:45:20 pm »
???Im just wondering if having a cold can upset your milk supply as my 10 week old doesn't seem to be settling we have gone from her having 2 and a half hour schedule back to less than an hour can someone help as  I haven't felt a let down at all today thanks. ???
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« Reply #1 on: May 18, 2006, 20:43:23 pm »
It's really common for mums to stop feeling a let-down so don't panic. It is often around the 2-4 months mark that breasts 'settle down'. I stopped feeling any letdown at that time and haven't since.

But having said that you've obviously had a big change in her timings. It is possible that by coincidence she is also having a growth spurt.

Or it is possible you are dehyrated as that would affect supply and happens with colds.

I would suggest you drink a LOT and try and rest. I would also suggest you keep a very close eye on how many wet nappies she's having (6 in 24 hrs is a guide) and her general behaviour. If are concerned she's not herself or her nappies are dry then I would talk to your doctor.

I've had some mega colds and breastfeeding has been unaffected - I'm sure you're fine - but keep an eye on the nappies and trust your instincts.

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Re: help
« Reply #2 on: May 18, 2006, 21:44:42 pm »
:)Thanks for your reply i am trying to drink loads they must have thought i was strange in the supermarket yesterday because had mostly drinks yeah i will keep an eye on her nappies :)
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