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8827648 tn?1400799478

Breastfeeding after surgery?

I asked this question  in my age group (25-34) but haven't received any responses so I thought I'd try my luck here.

In 2007 I had breast reduction surgery. The doc told me it may affect my ability to breastfeed in the future. My son was already a year old and I never planned ton have any more children so I wasn't worried. Well surprise! 7 years later I'm pregnant with baby #2 and due next month and wondering if I'll be able to breastfeed. I'm 33 weeks today and haven't had any leaking or colostrum when I squeeze or anything. Just wondering if any other moms here had the surgery before and were successfully able to breastfeed afterwards?
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8827648 tn?1400799478
Awww that's to bad :( I hope the same doesn't happen to me. Do you remember her mentioning anything the docs may have said to her about it?
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Not from personal experience but my cousin had a reduction. She tried nursing, it didn't work out for her. I say try but be prepared if it doesn't happen.
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8827648 tn?1400799478
Thanks so much ladies! I know plenty of mamas whose milk doesn't come in until days after delivery but I also know there are plenty who start producing colostrum and leaking very early. I know its completely possible to still breastfeed after the surgery, I just wanted to know if there were any success stories firsthand. This makes me feel so much better.
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Also, if you can express milk but can't get a good latch or have other issues, you can use a pump and then use a bottle.  Don't hesitate to consult your hospitals lactation consultant.
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I had it done 5yrs before having my 1st baby. I was told at the time it would depend on if the milk ducts were in tact. When I went to breastfeed I had no end of trouble. I had terrible supply due to health problems and had to give up after 4wks because baby was underweight. However, I had good attachement but was aware my nipples didn't stick out as far as my friends when breastfeeding so I would suggest maybe exploring a nippleshield now so that you know how they work etc in case you need one when the time comes. Good luck!
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8827648 tn?1400799478
Thanks for your input mamabear.
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Idk anyone personally who has, but i remember reading in a magazine it was possible depending if your nerves weren't damage.  You will have to wait n see if your milk comes in after baby is born.  It won't hurt to try.  Best of luck
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