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| So I made the choice to breastfeed my son as long as I am able to. Never could I have imagined how tired I would be. I have started to supplement a bottle of formula in once in awhile to get him used to the bottle. My husband is good with helping change diapers and care for our son during the day, but if I want him to help out at night, he doesnt want to. His excuse is he is tired and has to work in the morning. He doesnt seem to understand how tired I get and that being a mom is not a 9-5 job for me. I dont have the option of sleep when I want. |
| Posted by kristi on 05/02/2007 12:31 PM
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| I am also breastfeeding and found it to be tiring and frustrating in the beginning. You have to up your calories and get as much sleep as possible to get through it. Also, my pediatrician recommended drinking a glass of water each time I breastfeed to stay hydrated and keep my milk supply flowing. My son is now almost 5 months old and it's gotten a lot easier. My husband helps out in the afternoons too but not so much at night because he gets up for work early. I think other mothers can definitely relate to what you're feeling and going through! Keep your head up...it'll get better. |
| posted by Rachel on 05/02/2007 02:22 PM
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I had the same experience when I breastfed. And on top of all that, the hormones that are released when you nurse make you very relaxed and made me very sleepy! I got to where I would only nurse lying down!
I'm sorry dad is not more helpful; he doesn't understand yet that parenting is 24/7, even when you want to sleep. The family's immediate needs should always be met, even if you are going to be a little foggy at work the next day! |
| posted by Kelly on 05/02/2007 02:34 PM
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| Hi Kristi. I always planned to breastfeed my son until at least he was 6 months old. Unfortunately, I was only able to do it for two weeks. My son would either refuse to latch or when he did he would not stay on the breast very long. He screamed and cried everytime I tried to breastfeed him. I went to the lactation consultant. I tried everything, even pumping. However, I just could find the time to pump every 2-3 hours and care for him all by myself. My husband worked all day so I was all by myself. It usually took me one hour to pump both sides and I would only get up to 1 oz per breast. My son was eating 4 oz every two hours. My milk supply never increased. I finally decided that I had done my very best and I slowly stopped pumping. It was a very hard decision but my son is very healthy. I think when you are happier, your son will be happier. So do what feels right for you. Your son will be just fine. Mine is. |
| posted by Monique on 05/02/2007 08:46 PM
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