Ugh..I really want to breastfeed my newborn, but it’s been so stresful!! She has trouble latching, and I just get so frustrated I feel like giving it up and switching to formula. Any tips?
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Stephanie posted June 16, 2020
Its perfectly normal to feel frustrated, I went thru the same thing with my baby boy. Take breaks and remember no matter what shes gonna get whatever food she needs to grow healthyLauren posted June 16, 2020
Try not to force it to much, when your frustrated, shes frustrated!! I’d call a lactation consultant and see if they can help! Not being able to latch could be cause of another issue. Hang in there mama!Shally posted June 16, 2020
Keep it up, eventually baby will be latching. Your position also very important for help the baby to latch.Lucinda posted June 18, 2020
Had the same issue. Almost gave up, then saw a consultant who recommended using a pump. Starting pumping to give baby breast milk and continued to practice latching. Eventually she got the hang of it.Kimberly posted June 27, 2020
sometimes babies don't nurse well. Just pump your milk into a bottle so they can get that nourishment. Then you won't have to wing them off the breast. Good LuckSamira posted August 12, 2020
Hi Anita was just curious how is your breastfeeding journey going? I was very frustrated as well and almost gave up. My baby is six months and I exclusively breastfeed now too and it still can get frustrating at times. But the fact that breast milk has so many rich nutrients, can help build a strong immune system for my baby, and play a huge role in her IQ development keeps me going. At the end of the day whatever you decide it will be the best for you and your baby.