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My daughter is 12 days old. She's very sleepy and doesn't latch on well, so I've been using a Medela backpack pump (the next strongest grade after a hospital grade) every 3 hours, including nights. It's been 12 days and after pumping for 40 minutes I still get less than 1 ounce combined. It doesn't appear to increase in amount. I'm taking 6 fenugreek supplement pills each day. My cup size is A. Does that mean I need to pump longer or more often?
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I feel your pain! I went through this exact same thing! The pumping regimen really wears you down, but hang in there, it is SOOO worth it! I wound up being able to nurse my daughter till she was almost 15 months. And with my second baby I had OVER supply.
I would not pump so long - it can make you sore and kindof have the opposite effect - if you are so worn out you will not produce.
I'd limit your pumping to 15-20 mins at a time. Fenugreek dosing is very individual - you should be taking enough that your sweat starts smelling like maple syrup. I never had much luck with the pills, I had better luck with a liquid formula called "more milk plus" it is also fenugreek but stronger, you can get it at Whole Foods or other health food stores, or online.
One thing that could be happening is that your supply is going up, but the baby is drinking it all, and the "leftovers" for the pump stay low, if you see what I mean?
If it does not appear that your baby is getting an increase in milk, talk to your doctor (pediatrician, lactation specialist, or whoever is advising you...) about getting medication to help. Domperidone and Reglan are prescription meds that are actually intended for acid reflux, but have the "side effect" of increasing prolactin! I did five days of Reglan and my supply went from 1 oz to about 3.5 oz per session.
If you are not familiar with the site Kellymom, it has LOTS of helpful information about bf'ing and building supply, and other issues related.
http://www.kellymom.com/bf/supply/index.html
Best of luck to you in a very difficult situation, and all good wishes to your baby!
I feel your pain! I went through this exact same thing! The pumping regimen really wears you down, but hang in there, it is SOOO worth it! I wound up being able to nurse my daughter till she was almost 15 months. And with my second baby I had OVER supply.
I would not pump so long - it can make you sore and kindof have the opposite effect - if you are so worn out you will not produce.
I'd limit your pumping to 15-20 mins at a time. Fenugreek dosing is very individual - you should be taking enough that your sweat starts smelling like maple syrup. I never had much luck with the pills, I had better luck with a liquid formula called "more milk plus" it is also fenugreek but stronger, you can get it at Whole Foods or other health food stores, or online.
One thing that could be happening is that your supply is going up, but the baby is drinking it all, and the "leftovers" for the pump stay low, if you see what I mean?
If it does not appear that your baby is getting an increase in milk, talk to your doctor (pediatrician, lactation specialist, or whoever is advising you...) about getting medication to help. Domperidone and Reglan are prescription meds that are actually intended for acid reflux, but have the "side effect" of increasing prolactin! I did five days of Reglan and my supply went from 1 oz to about 3.5 oz per session.
If you are not familiar with the site Kellymom, it has LOTS of helpful information about bf'ing and building supply, and other issues related.
http://www.kellymom.com/bf/supply/index.html
Best of luck to you in a very difficult situation, and all good wishes to your baby!
What is a good backpack for 8 month old?
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I'm looking for a good, comfy backpack for my 8 month old. Just to do some light walking/hiking in this fall/winter. I like the kind that the baby can see over your shoulders. I've heard Kelty Kids is a good brand, but sooo expensive!
The problem with soft carriers is that the baby usually sits right on your back, not up enough to see over your shoulders like ones with metal frames.
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I had the Kelty, I got mine for about $70, but it was amazing, it honestly did not hurt my back at all and my daughter was 18 months when I used it (26lbs) I would highly recommend it, maybe you can see if someone is selling second hand in your area online (craigslist etc) or even at a second hand store. It was also great in the winter, putting her in that instead of trying to push a stroller through the snow, my daughter loved it!
I had the Kelty, I got mine for about $70, but it was amazing, it honestly did not hurt my back at all and my daughter was 18 months when I used it (26lbs) I would highly recommend it, maybe you can see if someone is selling second hand in your area online (craigslist etc) or even at a second hand store. It was also great in the winter, putting her in that instead of trying to push a stroller through the snow, my daughter loved it!
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