My two week old infant is not gaining weight and has been to the doctor every 2-3 days for the past two weeks. They determined he has a milk and soy allergy. They put him on the similac alimentum and its hurting his stomach more than the soy based formula. He is scheduled to go back tomorrow. My question is has anyone started pumping to get milk to come back in two weeks or more after giving birth?? Is this possible? I'm not sure what other options we have..ANY advice/thoughts would be so helpful.
I relactated on my own and it was a snap. However, i would definatly consult a lactation nurse because of your son's allergies. It can be done and you may find nursing to be one of the most rewarding and generous experiences ever, that is after the sore nipples go away;)
Try direct breastfeeding for a few days.
M.,
It is my understanding that you can always get your body to begin producing enough milk to feed your baby, but I'm not sure how to tell you to go about it. I would definitely contact a lactation consultant if you haven't already, and check out the book "So That's What They're For!" by Janet Tamaro. It was my bible when I started breastfeeding! Good luck!
Hi M.,
It is possible to get milk....If you consult with a lactation consultant in your area, she will be able to tell you all the details about relactation. go to ilca.org and click on find a consultant. If your baby is allergic you will have to eliminate soy and milk products from your diet so that you milk will not irritate his tummy. Rent a hospital grade pump and start pumping 8x/day 10-20 min each time. Milk will start to increase in a few days.
R.
www.newbornconcepts.com
I would call a lactation consultant at the hospital at which you delivered. They should be able to help. GREAT luck to you - I hope for you and your son this works!
Contact your local LC (lactation consultant.) They will be able to help. Buy liquid Fengreek ( at a health store) and start taking it. There are pills as well, but the liquid form works better. If you need any breastfeeding support, advice or help, feel free to contact me. I have been breast feeding my daughter for 12+ months.
Hello there M.,
I think that your plan to re-lactate is the best way to go. I personally never did it. It's definitely possible though. I think I read that it might take about the same amount of time to re-lactate as it has been since you stopped nursing. So, it may take up to two weeks for you, to have the same amount of milk production that you had two weeks ago when you stopped nursing. That doesn't mean that you won't make ANY milk in the mean time. It just might take you that long to be back to where you were. :)
Good luck to you!
C. Smith
www.EnhanceYourWayOfLife.com
M. i wish you the best of luck with this. You should contact a local lactation consultant, you could look up the la leche league and they can give you great advice. There are some prescription drugs that are supposed to help with milk production also. I am sure you can do this, you will really be giving your baby the best thing for him if you start to breastfeed. Make sure you speak to someone who is a certified lactation consultant and not just your doctor because sadly enough many doctors are not trained in that field very well.
I have heard of alot of moms doing this. You should look for a breast feeding resource center or La Leche League for advice.
