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How late in a pregnancy can you start lactating
Im 37weeks and have not had to wear a bra pad. Will i be able to breast  feed?
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All my children I didn't leak til after birth. Trust your body.
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I never leaked a drop before my son was born but was able to latch him immediately after birth with colostrum available, full milk came in two days later, and I nursed him for two years. Just because you're not leaking now doesn't mean you'll be unsuccessful at nursing. Think positive!
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Yes u will cuz some women dont start getting their milk in till a few days after bb arrives b patient it will come in soon!
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9414151 tn?1406839268
Yes u will cuz some women dont start getting their milk in till a few days after bb arrives b patient it will come in soon!
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