How are you getting on, Nicole?
Thank you for asking! I just came on to update. Luke is 24 hours bottle free!!!!! He's latching on the shield, but it's a start! He's not fighting it and staying on for somewhere between 15-20 minutes. I don't know what it was that got him to, but I am thrilled. I did a second craniosacral therapy last week. I don't know if it's coincidence or not. I have a 3rd appt Monday, but think I am going to cancel as it's 40 minutes away and I know he'd have to eat. I'm not comfortable bfing him out yet as I lie somewhat back to do it and it's somewhat difficult for me to get a comfortable position for him to latch on my right breast since I'm right handed. And I don't want to give a bottle of expressed milk for fear he won't get back on me. This was a long road! He has been great with it. No crying or problem at all. It's like a miracle. I don't know what caused the change, but am so happy I stuck with it. It's amazing how much better it is on all levels. I love the feeling of directly nourishing him. I love that I haven't pumped in over 24 hours. I love that I don't have to worry about making bottles. I love that I don't have to clean bottles and my breast pump parts. Most of all I just love being close to him.
He did latch 4 times (same feeding 2 times) on my direct breast. When I offered it again tho, he wouldn't. So I know that there's hope that one day I'll do away with the shield!
One question. In the morning I usually pump a lot, between 11-12 ounces. He ate at 5:40 and 7:40 and 9:45 this morning. My breasts are still quite heavy. Should I pump out a little? I know my body will adjust in time, but I know he hasn't drank 12 ounces from me. It was definitely very uncomfortable at 5:40, but now just a bit uncomfortable.
Thank you all SO much for your help. I appreciate it more than you know. Just coming on here and seeing a response from someone gave me hope. Thank you!
