OHbaby! Forums : Breastfeeding.. https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 23:51:22 +0000 Sat, 25 Aug 2007 10:39:24 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=10138 <![CDATA[OHbaby! Forums]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : hang in there kandice, these things...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202895&title=breastfeeding#202895 Author: jack_&_charli
Subject: 10138
Posted: 25 August 2007 at 10:39am

hang in there kandice, these things do take a little time to get sorted, it's all so new to everyone. we used gripe water with charli and gave it to her in a syringe. you can get them from chemists for next to nothing.

did you give la leche league a call? they are awesome!]]> Sat, 25 Aug 2007 10:39:24 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202895&title=breastfeeding#202895 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : Like I told you my let down was...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202770&title=breastfeeding#202770 Author: SMoody
Subject: 10138
Posted: 24 August 2007 at 9:56pm

Like I told you my let down was too fast as well. Other tip I can give you is to manualy express a bit of milk so she can get to the hind milk a bit faster which will flow a bit slower. And like I said lean a bit back so the milk doesnt just flow into her mouth and then she chokes.

Really hope you come right. ]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2007 21:56:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202770&title=breastfeeding#202770 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : Sounds like you are doing a really...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202656&title=breastfeeding#202656 Author: Rachael21
Subject: 10138
Posted: 24 August 2007 at 8:09pm

Sounds like you are doing a really great job Kandice. Caprece still chokes on the milk and can sometimes get a bit worked out so i do what nikki said, I pull her off and put a flannel over my boob and sit her up and burp her. When the milk has stopped flowing out so fast I latch her back on.

Be careful with Cabbage leaves as they can secrease your milk supply.

If you are ever really stuck I am happy to bring caprece round and help out ]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2007 20:09:48 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202656&title=breastfeeding#202656 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : Bella got them heaps when I was...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202625&title=breastfeeding#202625 Author: ShellandBella
Subject: 10138
Posted: 24 August 2007 at 7:37pm

Bella got them heaps when I was pregnant with her and that hasn't changed now that she's out!]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2007 19:37:04 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202625&title=breastfeeding#202625 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : Just on a teaspoon I think? Cooper...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202618&title=breastfeeding#202618 Author: sparkle
Subject: 10138
Posted: 24 August 2007 at 7:31pm

Just on a teaspoon I think?

Cooper has inherited my knack for hicups too. I just have to look at a fizzy drink and I start!!]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2007 19:31:41 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202618&title=breastfeeding#202618 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : Yeah i cant get Kylah back to...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202587&title=breastfeeding#202587 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 10138
Posted: 24 August 2007 at 6:52pm

Yeah i cant get Kylah back to sleep afternight feeds cos her hiccups ae so bad. Im going to get some gripe water tomorrow thanks.. By the way, how do i give it to her? Lol lame aye..]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2007 18:52:41 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202587&title=breastfeeding#202587 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : Sounds like you&#039;re doing...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202522&title=breastfeeding#202522 Author: Andie
Subject: 10138
Posted: 24 August 2007 at 4:08pm

Sounds like you're doing the right things, Kandice... if you get any more trouble, the La Leche League (your midwife or plunket can give you a number for them) are meant to be great... advice is all good, but sometimes we also need someone to just come and look and see what's going on, rather than us trying to describe it and them describing what to do, etc. 

About the hiccups, Thompson's Gripe Water (from the supermarket) is meant to help them.  Ella went through a phase of hiccupping so much it was hard to get her back to sleep after night feeds... Gripe Water didn't seem to help her (but I've heard others say it helped them, and hey - it's cheap!), but the good news is, they seem to grow out of it pretty quickly. 

]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2007 16:08:09 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202522&title=breastfeeding#202522 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : I still don&#039;t feel my let...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202434&title=breastfeeding#202434 Author: sparkle
Subject: 10138
Posted: 24 August 2007 at 2:39pm

I still don't feel my let down, so can't comment on that one!

But I went to the Osteopath today and she did say that my little one did have tension in his jaw so wasn't opening his mouth enough, thus not latching on enough.

I've another session with her in a fortnight, so hopefully I'll see some changes.]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2007 14:39:30 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202434&title=breastfeeding#202434 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : Good luck Kandice, I haven&#039;t...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202397&title=breastfeeding#202397 Author: emz
Subject: 10138
Posted: 24 August 2007 at 2:10pm

Good luck Kandice, I haven't obviously breastfed before, but a friend said to put cabbage leaves in your bra cups, it helps with the cracked nipples for some strange reason . I know you said they're not too bad anymore, but just a suggestion anyway! Apparently cabbage leaves are a godsend!]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2007 14:10:52 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202397&title=breastfeeding#202397 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : A little bit of boiled water on...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202304&title=breastfeeding#202304 Author: caraMel
Subject: 10138
Posted: 24 August 2007 at 12:08pm

A little bit of boiled water on a teaspoon helped Benjy's hiccups sometimes.

Everyone else has given you good advice about breastfeeding, so I'll just add that it does get easier! My let down was really strong for the first 2-3 weeks until my boobs adjusted to regular feeding patterns.

Sounds like you're doing really well!]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2007 12:08:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202304&title=breastfeeding#202304 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : Well i saw the MW today, and she...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202292&title=breastfeeding#202292 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 10138
Posted: 24 August 2007 at 11:53am

Well i saw the MW today, and she said its because my let down? is to fast for her and shes fluffing around waiting for it..?? She seems to be a littl better today..

But for almost 2 hours last night she had REAL bad hiccups, like they sound like they hurt.. Is there something i can do to stop these, i try to burp her for as long as poss after a feed?]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2007 11:53:57 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202292&title=breastfeeding#202292 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : Oh forget to say tip for the choking...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202236&title=breastfeeding#202236 Author: SMoody
Subject: 10138
Posted: 24 August 2007 at 10:56am

Oh forget to say tip for the choking on milk. Your flow might be really fast for her perhaps. Just lean slightly back so the milk doesnt just flow in her mouth so she will have to suck. Had that problem with McKayla as well in the beginning. ]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2007 10:56:49 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202236&title=breastfeeding#202236 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : Okay if you want hubby to help...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202224&title=breastfeeding#202224 Author: SMoody
Subject: 10138
Posted: 24 August 2007 at 10:48am

Okay if you want hubby to help with feeding it is fine to do it even right from when milk comes it but dont do it through a bottle for the first six weeks. Express a bit of milk and then get a small cup. Like a medicine cup and then cup feed. I will suggest he do that while bubs is still a bit hungry but already had milk from you. The lips get used the same way as breastfeeding so wont confused baby.

Cracked nipples. Ouch sounds really sore. I dont have much tips for that (as I think you might kill me) but I never really got sore in the beginning. But I think it had a lot to do with my antenatal class midwive and drummed it into us if it is sore when they are feeding unlatch them and relatch as their latch is not correct and it really shouldnt hurt while they feed at all. (okay told you are going to kill me)

If DH can be with you when you see the midwive or a lactation consultant again it will be great. Let them help you latch baby on and tell DH to take a look as well. Sometimes these men get it more than we do in the beginning. They can take in a bit more while we might be a bit tired and might be able to offer some assistance when midwive isnt there.

It does take some time to get a good bf relationship. I remember in the beginning sitting there looking at my girl with absolute awe loving her and everything and at the same time doing calculations of how many feeds will it be to 6 months. (I wanted to feed until 2 but at that point I didnt know if I will make it until 6 months. )

You are really doing great mommy. ]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2007 10:48:02 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202224&title=breastfeeding#202224 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : It also pays to be as relaxed...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202154&title=breastfeeding#202154 Author: nikkitheknitter
Subject: 10138
Posted: 24 August 2007 at 8:46am

It also pays to be as relaxed as possible (yeah, difficult I know!) when trying to latch on. They seem to be able to feel even the tiniest bit of tension.

So like the others say, take a deep breath and try again.

If my milk was flowing too fast I used to hold two fingers flat on either side of my nipple and apply pressure for a little while. That seemed to slow things. Otherwise have a flat cloth nappy or towel on hand to take the milk pyrotechnics while you wait for it to slow.

Good luck! It really is a learned technique. Whoever said breastfeeding comes naturally was very very lucky. Just remember your little babe is new at this just as much as you are ]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2007 08:46:23 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202154&title=breastfeeding#202154 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : definately call la leche league...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202107&title=breastfeeding#202107 Author: jack_&_charli
Subject: 10138
Posted: 23 August 2007 at 10:49pm

definately call la leche league kandice!! someone will come to your house and they are wonderful. i had to call them when jack was about 4mths old, got to relaxed about how he latched then got sore boobs etc. didn't take long before all was back to normal. they are lovely ladies and extremely helpful ]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2007 22:49:41 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202107&title=breastfeeding#202107 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : I think it&#039;s taken me 2-3...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202063&title=breastfeeding#202063 Author: busymum
Subject: 10138
Posted: 23 August 2007 at 9:12pm

I think it's taken me 2-3 weeks each time]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2007 21:12:00 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202063&title=breastfeeding#202063 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : I feel your pain! I went through...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202060&title=breastfeeding#202060 Author: Mama2two
Subject: 10138
Posted: 23 August 2007 at 9:08pm

I feel your pain! I went through the same thing with Sam. I had a fast let down and she would constantly pull off. It ended up just being a case of soothing her and then putting her back on when she did it. At times I would have to give her to DH so I could take a few deep breaths and then try again. It was by far the most frustrating experience of my life!

Good news is that I got my midwife to come and make sure I was doing everything right and I was. She did say it can be quite normal and usually takes up to 6 weeks to get it going smoothly. In saying that, it certainly didn't take that long!
Don't give up, I'm sure you are doing everything right, just remember she is as new to it as you are ]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2007 21:08:18 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202060&title=breastfeeding#202060 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : I reckon, iv got more out of this...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202031&title=breastfeeding#202031 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 10138
Posted: 23 August 2007 at 8:25pm

I reckon, iv got more out of this site than any other iv been too.. You guys even answer my questions better than my midwife!]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2007 20:25:20 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202031&title=breastfeeding#202031 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : I love it too! Heaps more helpful...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202024&title=breastfeeding#202024 Author: busymum
Subject: 10138
Posted: 23 August 2007 at 8:20pm

I love it too! Heaps more helpful than Healthline!! ]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2007 20:20:57 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202024&title=breastfeeding#202024 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : Yeah i thought about calling her...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202014&title=breastfeeding#202014 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 10138
Posted: 23 August 2007 at 8:12pm

Yeah i thought about calling her but didnt want to seem rude, i thought she would a least text me and let me know she couldnt make it. I will call a lactation consultant tomorrow, and hold off on the bottle..

Thanks for the advice, she is due for a feed so might try and see if she will take it.

Its really good having this site... I dont know what i would do without it!
]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2007 20:12:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202014&title=breastfeeding#202014 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : it could be allsorts, including...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202010&title=breastfeeding#202010 Author: Bizzy
Subject: 10138
Posted: 23 August 2007 at 8:10pm

it could be allsorts, including the nipple shields or the lansinoh... def see a lactation consultant or contact the la leche league.]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2007 20:10:52 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202010&title=breastfeeding#202010 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : It&#039;s not quite 8pm, give...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202002&title=breastfeeding#202002 Author: busymum
Subject: 10138
Posted: 23 August 2007 at 8:06pm

It's not quite 8pm, give your mw a call and make sure she visits you tomorrow! Not turning up for an appointment is not good practice at all, she needs to be reliable!

I think it's sweet of you to include your DF in the feeding but just get the bf sorted first (it may only be a couple of weeks) before introducing something else. It will help you and Kylah.

It's pretty normal to choke on bm when it starts spraying like that, or when they get more than they expected in one gulp! I know it can seem a bit distressing for a baby but ride with it, soothe her (talk reassuring, leave her in position, reoffer in a minute), it's all part of the learning and when her feeds settle, so will your milk.

I think lactation consultants usually come to you, but it might depend on the area. When you call for an appointment, let them know you have an only 1 week old and could they please do a home visit? I'm sure she'll be understanding, especially since most of her work will be with babies under 2mos.]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2007 20:06:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=202002&title=breastfeeding#202002 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : Sparkle, my nipples were bleeding...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=201985&title=breastfeeding#201985 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 10138
Posted: 23 August 2007 at 7:43pm

Sparkle, my nipples were bleeding too. But use breast shields, they work well. Also i use lansinoh, and that is great.

Ok so i think iv gone wrong already, i express a feed for her at 6am so DF can feed her. She seems to LOVE the bottle..

My milk has definatly come in.. Sometimes she sucks and she gets some then pulls off, sometimes she just pulls a face and then lets go.. Sometimes she will suck for maybe 2 mins then pull off.. Sometimes she doesnt latch back on and i think shes full, then 10 min later she wants it again but i go theu that process again.

She chokes on it alot too..

And it happens everytime. i thought it could be the bottle thing so im going to stop..

As for the midwife, i had a appointment with her at 2pm today.. but still havent heard from her..

Do lactation consultants come to you, or do you go to them?
Im a little scared about going to far from home..]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2007 19:43:57 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=201985&title=breastfeeding#201985 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : Sparkle, I had the same difficulty...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=201984&title=breastfeeding#201984 Author: busymum
Subject: 10138
Posted: 23 August 2007 at 7:42pm

Sparkle, I had the same difficulty as you with Kryssi when she was little. I couldn't see how it was possible for her to latch onto that much! My mw taught me how to catch the edge of the areola onto her bottom lip and quickly roll the rest in. To me it looked more like, start in the right place then quickly jam the rest in before she closes and starts to suckle! LOL But it did work and I felt a lot better after I learnt that.]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2007 19:42:06 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=201984&title=breastfeeding#201984 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : When do you next see your mw?...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=201980&title=breastfeeding#201980 Author: busymum
Subject: 10138
Posted: 23 August 2007 at 7:36pm

When do you next see your mw? She should help you or at least refer you in the right direction.


But as far as tonight goes, some ideas:
Have you introduced a bottle? (I don't recommend that yet.) Bottles give a faster milk flow so sometimes breast is rejected.

Has your milk come in? Does she suck until your milk comes through or isn't she trying long enough to "see if any is there"? If that is the case, you can manually express the first few drops to speed up the waiting time for her.

Alternatively is she coming off at the moment you start to spray, ie she chokes and stops drinking cause she can't keep up.

Are you holding her comfortably (but in the right position of course)?

Is this happening every time or could it be that she is too full on those occasions?

Hopefully that can get you started...]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2007 19:36:39 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=201980&title=breastfeeding#201980 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : Def get in contact with a lactation...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=201975&title=breastfeeding#201975 Author: mummy_becks
Subject: 10138
Posted: 23 August 2007 at 7:29pm

Def get in contact with a lactation consultant. You MW will be able to give you the details of one in your area.]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2007 19:29:41 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=201975&title=breastfeeding#201975 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : I hear ya!!!!!! My nipples are...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=201974&title=breastfeeding#201974 Author: sparkle
Subject: 10138
Posted: 23 August 2007 at 7:23pm

I hear ya!!!!!!

My nipples are sore though, and bleeding! Not cool.

My only thoughts are to get in contact with a lactation specialist.

I'm off to the osteopath tomorrow and breast feeding is one of my concerns. I don't think he can open his mouth wide enough.]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2007 19:23:13 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=201974&title=breastfeeding#201974 <![CDATA[Breastfeeding.. : Why cant i get it right.. My nipples...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=201973&title=breastfeeding#201973 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 10138
Posted: 23 August 2007 at 7:18pm

Why cant i get it right..
My nipples aren't to bad anymore but she just dosnt stay on! She will latch, suck for 2 minutes if im lucky, and then she will either stop sucking or pull away and make a funny face.

What am i doing wrong?
Its really starting to upset me.. ]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2007 19:18:06 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=10138&PID=201973&title=breastfeeding#201973