2 weeks old having breastfeeding issues?
I have a 2 week, 2 day old baby girl and I am having issues with breastfeeding. She is not latching on correctly but I really want to feed her this way. I have been supplementing her with formula since I am not making enough milk due to her not latching on. Is it to late to get her to breastfeed correctly or is there something I can still do? I do attempt to breastfeed even though it hurts really bad because she doesn’t have enough of the nipple and areola area in her mouth because I feel breast milk is better than formula and I don’t want to completely dry up. Also how can I make more milk so she can get enough from me without supplementation.
It isn’t too late to fully breast feed your baby – what you should do is find a Lactation Consultant (the hospital where you gave birth can probably help you with that – just call the Maternity dept), or you can contact the La Leche League in your area – there is almost no problem they haven’t come across and they will be able to help you.
Meanwhile, try picking your baby up when she is asleep and putting her to the breast, she may latch on better then, rather than when she is impatient and hungry.
Also, try getting your breast milk flowing before you put her on the breast, she will get milk right from the start and won’t get frustrated.
Good Luck – keep going – you already know how good breast milk is for your daughter!
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