Need advice about breast feeding?

i want to breast feed when i give birth till the baby is six months what if the baby dont take to it what do you suggest i do?Need advice about breast feeding?
You have some great suggestions here, but I didn't see anyone mention one of the most important things-- EDUCATE yourself ahead of time! Read books about *breastfeeding* (not just a chapter or paragraph out of your pregnancy/birth books), read online ( http://www.llli.org ) about how to get breastfeeding off to a good start, surround yourself with a support system of mothers who have successfully breastfed and overcome many of the common problems themselves. Go to a breastfeeding class or a La Leche League meeting before your baby is born. Knowing what common challenges may face you, and how to avoid them entirely, or correct them if they do arise, can make the transition much smoother for both you *and* baby. That way, at least *one* of you will have a clue as to what you are doing!





Informing yourself ahead of time is the most important part of preparing yourself for breastfeeding. :) It may be the most natural way to feed your baby, but it does NOT always come naturally to either mom *or* baby. Knowing how to handle those little glitches ahead of time can save you a LOT of grief and frustration.





Congratulations and best of luck!! Kudos to you for choosing to breastfeed and give your baby the incomparable gift of your breastmilk. :)Need advice about breast feeding?
Just peservere. Dont worry it will happen. The only reason you won't be able to breastfeed is if you don't have enough milk or if you get an infection called Mastitis (and even then some midwives still advise that you carry on feeding) It may seem impossible at first and quite painful but once you have got the hang of it, its great!


My baby is 2 and a half months now and progressing perfectly because of mummy milk. Go for it! and good luck!


Well done for trying Breastfeeding. Most women can't be bothered with it nowadays but it really is best!
You have to keep trying... that's the best advice I can think of...
perserverance! if you dont keep trying and want to keep on trying then you will never succeed, dont be afraid to ask for help if you need it.





Good luck
what do you mean 'wont take it?' you are the Mom...you make the decisions...you tell baby what to do...if you give birth in a hosiptal....tell them 'EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING' and NO BOTTLES ....its not always easy at first, it can take an hour for a newborn to latch on....every time...for a few days even weeks...persistance! patience! and diligence!
Try, try and try again. If it just doesn't work, PUMP! You can still give your newborn your milk through a bottle!! That's what I had to do. My son would absolutely NOT latch on. We tried and tried. Finally, I pumped and gave it to him through a bottle. It worked great. Although pumping has it's drawbacks, it's far better than not giving him/her no breastmilk at all! Good Luck and good for you to want to breastfeed!
The first few days, even weeks can be challenging even for a third time mom (me), because every baby is different. My advice to you is, don`t give up! Keep trying, don`t get frustrated your baby is learning, too! You`ll do great, breastfeeding is the best you can do for your baby! Good Luck!
i had formula milk,bottles and a steriliser all ready for our first incase he didn't take to breastfeeding.luckily he did take to it but we still gave him one bottle a day to make it easier when the time came for weaning him.with our second baby,we didnt bother with bottles at all but when the time came for weaning from breast to bottle she would scream until i gave in and fed her so i had to leave the room and let my poor husband try and give her a bottle.so i would strongly suggest having bottles etc ready.just incase.
dont worry. your baby'll suck. its natural but if it doesnt, u'll need to put in some efforts. mine didnt suck the 1st 2 weeks and I was insistent on exclusive breastfeeding so I'd squeeze directly into her mouth at mealtimes. Was it stressful! on the 14th day, she just gripped the nipple into her mouth and began sucking. Was I happy!
It Took Me A Few Days To Breast Feed Properly, Just Have To Keep Trying.
The hospital should provide a lactation expert before you leave to make sure that you are nursing properly and will explain how to get the baby to latch on, and make sure he/she is getting enough milk, etc. Make sure you ask any questions you can think of- such as pumping breast milk, storing it, preparing for weaning and bottle feeding. Good luck.
If you're delivering at a hospital then the nurses will be very helpful and supportive of your desire to breastfeed. Some hospitals even offer prenatal breastfeeding classes for a minimal fee, and county health departments will offer you aid and additional resources. There are many wonderful books dedicated to breastfeeding and the internet is another wonderful resource. It may take the baby a few attempts before mastering latching on... patience is key. Keep putting the baby to the breast and eventually he/she will figure it out. Don't give up if you feel yourself getting frustrated... reach out and ask for help. Talk to your pediatrician or a local La Leche League consultant (www.lalecheleague.org).
You should persiver.


You need to be relaxed , and comfortable , if you squeeze your nipple so a little milk comes out the baby will smell it , this will encourage the baby to latch on. You will know if the baby is latched on correctly as it wont hurt, if its painful slip your little finger into the side of babys mouth and gently push their tounge down so it unlatches, then try again.


I found it easier once i got home from hospital as i felt uncomfortable doing it with lots of people around.


Its not as hard as it sounds , i breast fed all 5 of mine
When my son was born the nurses helped the baby and I get use to breastfeeding. Also, most hospitals have lactation consultants that can help you out if needed. Babies have a reflex to suck so most of the time there is no problem. Good Luck!
A big myth is that a baby will automatically be able to nurse and latch right on. So many women get heartbroken and thinking something is wrong with them when their wee one wails and cant seem to figure out how things work.





Just keep in mind it will take time for your baby to figure it out. My first one took 3 days, my new grandson who was premie took a month. The more you relax the easier it will be. Relaxing helps you let your milk down. The first few days will be a clear fluid called collostrum. A few days later your milk will come in.





At first it can be painfull. You will have swollen sore breat and raw nipples. Wear a very good supporting bra, nursing pads. There are nipple creams you can use to help with nipple pain. If your breast become engorged or painful you can express by hand or pump some of your milk to relieve pressure. Running water can help too. Everytime i heard running water i would end up with wet shirts when my milk let down.





Your baby will be a very efficent eating machine though and will eventually get it. Just be patient. In time you will breat feed like a pro and may consider going longer then 6 months. its good for baby and you. Make sure your baby takes as much of the areola into its mouth when nursing. This is the outer ring of your nipple. This will help prevent sore nipples if he is sucking right.





When you hit those days your breast hurt, your nipples are sore and cracked... just keep trying, I know its hard but before you know it those days will be gone and you will enjoy the time you have cuddling your little person and sharing that bond.





Congrads and good luck :)
If you have trouble, the nurses at the hospital should be able to help you out. Some hospitals provide a lactation consultant for new moms. Ask for one. If you are having trouble after you get home, you can contact La Leche League (www.lalecheleague.org) , and they will send a lactation consultant to your house to help you out. Some babies and mommies take a while to get the hang of it, but once they do it's very easy and natural.
you are more likely to succeed at something if you really what to do it. Keep at it, call the La Leche League for questions. two rules to remember. 1. First 2 weeks after birth you will do nothing but breastfeed. 2. After one month your baby will hit a growth spurt where s/he cries all the time and just can't get enough milk. But keep breastfeeding. It's hard to deal with a screaming baby at 3:00 in the morning, but the benifits are worth it. Good Luck!!
Keep trying.
You and your baby will BOTH be learning to do something new. It takes patience. The good news is that baby has natural instincts to want to nurse!





If you have any problems, call your Lactation Consultant at your hospital or the local La Leche League Leader. LLL will help you for FREE and may even be able to visit you at home.





You can also try going to some LLL meetings now while you are still PG to build a support system. Knowledge and support are so important!





If possible, having an unmedicated birth can also help get breastfeeding off to a good start. Try to nurse baby immediately after the birth....at least within the first hour if possible.
I definately suggest getting a lactation consultant. They can help with the logistics of getting baby to latch on. Also, they can give you support if you get discouraged. I applaud your decision to breastfeed but don't beat yourself up if circumstances don't allow it. Good luck!!
if the baby doesnt take to your breast keep trying or pump cause the baby will still get your milk and others can feed the baby also
Don't assume that you will have problems, breastfeeding is totally natural, its the only thing your breasts are designed to do, and breastfeeding used to be the ONLY option, remember! Formula is a modern invention.





If you encounter problems when you breastfeed, you can get support from your midwife and possibly a lactation expert, who will show you how to get the baby latched on properly, as it is suggested that 90% of breastfeeding difficulties are down to a bad latch, from nipple soreness to baby having wind.





There are many things to help you such as soothing nipple creams, nipple shields to protect sore nipples, although most women say they were sore for a week or so when they started breastfeeding. After all, it's the first time they've been used properly!





Try not to give up too soon, breastfeeding is SO good for your baby AND you. If you do decide however that you dont want to proceed for whatever reason, you could try expressing your milk and feeding it to your baby in a bottle, or your midwife will give you advice on formula feeding.





Best of luck!