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November 10, 2019November 10, 2019 Ali

Am I making enough breastmilk?

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It's always nice to see a mom breastfeeding her child when and where she wants. After all, breastfeeding in public is legal in every state. Sometimes having a quiet, clean space in which to retreat is equally welcome. Kudos to organizations that support both. . . . #breastfeedingmom #breastfed #breastfeed #breastfeedingawareness #breastfeedingsupport #breastfeedingrights #breadtfeedingatoddler #breastfeedingmama #breadtfeedingbaby #familysupport #gentleparenting #attachmentparenting
Do you worry about whether you are making enough breastmilk? Does your baby seem to feed constantly during certain times of the day? Our new blog post is for you. Just remember, you are probably doing just fine, but evaluate the situation objectively. Often this worry arises during cluster feeding. Your baby may feed frequently and fuss and latch and unlatch more than usual during this time - often at night. It's normal, but that doesn't mean it's easy. Cluster feeding may make you think you should supplement with formula to make sure your baby is eating enough. Here's a common example. Baby cluster feeds and a well intentioned caregiver supplements with formula. This supplementation causes baby to breastfeed less, which then reduces mom's natural supply. It's a circular relationship all based on demand and supply. Consider a few things before supplementing. Is your baby putting on weight normally? Is your baby happy or content during other parts of the day? Besides being fussy, does your baby seem physically okay (i.e. not in physical pain)? If so, keep these temporary times in perspective with your baby's overall behavior. When in doubt reach out! Find support to help you through this sometimes very emotional time. Whether you find support online or in person, make sure your source is knowledgeable about breastfeeding and can help you remain objective and intervene only if really needed. Some resources may include a local hospital for breastfeeding clinics, a lactation consultant, a postpartum doula, a local La Leche League for one on one support or group meetings, and a breastfeeding-friendly pediatrician or nurse. Anyone have additional advice to offer? #breastfeed #breastfeedingawareness #breastfeeding #supportbreastfeeding #breastfeedingsupport #breadtfeedingbaby #postpartum  #postpartumsupport #newborn #newmom #normalizebreastfeeding #lactationsupport #breastfeedingmom #breastfed #breastfedbaby #breastfeedingawareness #momlife #momsofinstagram #momssupportingmoms #clusterfeeding #gentleparenting #attachmentparenting #fulltermbreastfeeding #extendedbreastfeeding #breastfeedingrights #breadtfeedingatoddler #breastfeedingmama #familysupport
Nice to see breastfeeding and family support while at the local fair. The covered porch overlooking the bustling thoroughfare offered large wooden rocking chairs and a cool shaded spot away from the hot summer sunshine or light afternoon rain. . . . . . #breastfeedingmom #breastfed #breastfeed #breastfeedingawareness #breastfeedingsupport #breastfeedingrights #breadtfeedingatoddler #breastfeedingmama #breadtfeedingbaby #familysupport #gentleparenting #attachmentparenting
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