Re: Breastmilk question???? help please?

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My baby was born august 30th at 7lb 2 ounces and hes now 10 lbs 8 ounces. I

pump my milk and bottle feed him. Saves ALOT of money and he seems to be doing

well.

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Robin,

Everyone is different, as I'm sure you have heard before. I would say the best

thing to do is watch your baby. Is he peeing and pooping? The potty diaper is

most important as sometimes bf babies don't poop much. If you want to make

ABSOLUTELY sure that your son is peeing and are using disposable diapers you can

put in a Kleenex in the diaper to help show you when he has pottied. Also, does

he look hydrated and alert? When he is awake do his eyes look moist and does he

look around? His mouth moist? Check his soft spot, is it sunk in alot or just

a little? If it is only a little that is normal, but if it is alot it may be a

sign that he is dehydrated. Keep in mind that bf babies don't gain as quickly

as ff babies. Good luck!!!

Breastmilk question???? help please?

Hi..I am breastfeeding my newborn, and I was concerned about my

milk..since wls...if I am lacking protein,iron,calcium,ect? would my

milk lack that too?? or does your body make it and take it from

you? My baby is very tiny 5lbs 13 oz..and I am just concerned that

maybe my milk will keep him from gaining...anyone know anything

about this? please let me know...

worrywart...

Robin Conners

Children are a blessing, and a gift from the Lord. -Psalm 127:3

[Guest guest]

As long as the baby is gaining at his well check visits there shouldn't be a

problem, but you have to remember to eat properly and drink plenty of water.

If you don't get plenty in then your body can only take so much from you.

Yes, it is possible to nurse, but don't worry if you may have to supplement with

formula.

Meridth

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