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3109932 tn?1347067940

Breast Feeding

i went to a breast feeding class today and it amazing i learn alot today i really considering breast feeding because its more healthy for the baby how many of yall ladies are going to breast feed or is currently breast feeding ? how is it going for you?
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707563 tn?1626361905
Hi ladies -

Let's remember that we are first and foremost a support and information site, and we can't be either of those if members are fighting.  Breastfeeding can be a sensitive topic, but it can be discussed without fighting and disrupting the forums (which is against the Terms of Use).

Thanks,

Emily
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1486020 tn?1354028475
I wouldn't say formula isn't good for your baby but breast milk is definitely better. So many benefits aside from the health factor- you burn up to 500 cals a day just sitting there feeding baby, poop isn't as stinky, it's FREE, building an amazing bond between you and baby, less to pack for an outing, etc. I BF my daughter and at first it was very tough. She couldnt get a good latch which in turn destroyed my nips. Don't give up!! Get a good cream for your nipples and use it faithfully to keep them hydrated and keep them from cracking. Once you get past those first 6-8 weeks, it'll get so much easier! Good luck!
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Yes breastfeeding good for your baby but for sone woman that have to go back to work its kinda hard all my kids are bottle fed babys and i had no issue with ear infection or other health problem i know u can pump but sometimes thats hard to when u some companys dont have places for u to pump with this baby im just going to bottle feed
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768015 tn?1333652075
I breastfed my daughter until she was 1 and I am currently breastfeeding my 10month old daughter and will do so until she stops. Breastfeeding is a beautiful thing and if you are able to breastfed then that's great. It was my own personal choice to nurse my girls, they never had formula or had bottles. However some woman can't breastfed (either baby won't latch on or they can't produce milk) If you have to give formula then that's ok too. It isn't bad for babies. It will be hard in the beginning but don't give up. There is a great breastfeeding forum on here if you have qustions.
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1999115 tn?1332265324
that's good, hopefully it works out for you ! :) and if you have your heart set on it don't let anyone change your mind !
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3109932 tn?1347067940
Its Okay I Understand What Everybody Is Coming From Trust Me I Already Had My Mind Set On Breast Feeding Anyway Before I Went To The Class .
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1999115 tn?1332265324
that's the thing about breastfeeding classes. they're so pro breastfeeding that they basically fill your head with negative things about formula and how it's so unhealthy. yes, breastfeeding IS best but who's to say your baby won't come out just as smart or healthy with formula :p both me and my sister were formula fed ( my family is old school portugees and don't see much of a difference ) anyways, we don't have half the things doctors say will happen to formula fed babies over breastfed.

with that said, I've done research , as I said above. And I have decided on my own to breastfeed. my family is trying extremely hard tho to discourage me from doing it :/ since I'll be the first one to actually try it. but it is healthier, and faaaaar less expensive and easier for you and baby. it's worth a shot ! Just keep an open mind, not all moms produce enough milk or their baby just won't properly latch on. so just be prepared for all that.

but please don't say you wanna give up breastfeeding all together bcos someone makes u feel dumb about it :/ I'm sure that wasn't their intention at all !
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3109932 tn?1347067940
Ohh No It Wasn't You At All And Breast Feeding Is Going To Be The Choice I Make For My Child But Thank You So Much.
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3138931 tn?1350940318
i hope  i didnt make you feel that way! :( unfortunately you will hear unwanted advice....im expecting to get that once my child is born. however, you do what you think is safe for your baby and doctor approved...the hospital i go to is in the top 5% in the country :D so its one of the best and i must agree!!! theyre fantastic and make you feel good about yourself, if you cant afford a pump, they let you use theirs for 6 months for free and lower the rental cost to something affordable for you :)

i had my nipples pierced last year (took them out for the military) and now im scared milk wont come out bc i strictly want to BF
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3109932 tn?1347067940
I Know I Got All Of That Information Today At The Class The Teacher Told Me That There is Not Enough Nutrition In Formula For The Baby Thats Why I Decided To Go With Breast Feeding But Some People Make You Feel So Dumb And Discourage About Things "/
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3138931 tn?1350940318
breast feeding actually is the healthiest you can ever give to a baby...makes them less cranky, they sleep better, less health problems and saves you more money...if i told you whats in formula, you prolly wouldnt want to give your child formula :P i had a class on formula because i was dead set on formula feeding and im soooo i changed my mind....also the poops are wayyyy less stinkier and not as messy :)

but good luck on what ever choice you choose =]

p.s. breast feeding does help you lose weight fast and makes ya look darn good afterwards =]
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3109932 tn?1347067940
Thats Good To Know But Im Thinking Not Breast Feeding No More.
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3138931 tn?1350940318
i pumped out milk for a year and even made sooo much that i donated to other mommies....my daughter is now 3 and soooo smart it honestly scares me and is so healthy!!!!! i wouldnt change a thing! i had just turned 20years old and made a great choice for my daughter =]
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3109932 tn?1347067940
Umm Like I Said Before I Got Educated About Formula And Breast Feeding Today And What From What I Been Informed About That Alot Formula Has Artificial Ingredients To Make It Seem Like Its Better Than Breast Milk Now I Advice To Please Dont Comment On My Post If You Going To Be Mean And Nasty About It I Was Not Trying To Hurt Anyone Feelings But I See That I Have So I Would Appreciate It If You Just Dont Say Anything Offense Or Anything Towards Me Okay Please And Thank You .    
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1898060 tn?1336423105
Im a ftm, my.son was born yesterday. We are trying breastfeeding, but he is having a hard time latching on. I plan on.continuing to try in hopes that he learns to latch properly!!
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3109932 tn?1347067940
for everybody who couldnt breast feed im sorry if o upset by saying that formula is not good for the baby my mom breast feed ALL of kids included me so if i made yall upset or angry im really sorry.
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2195822 tn?1341056911
I know you wouldn't intentionally want to upset anyone. I'm just letting you know because I've seen these kinda things start arguments.before..breastfeeding is far better but formula is fine if you can't breastfeed. It's good you're very eager to breastfeed. I hope I can better this time
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3109932 tn?1347067940
okay look thats what the breast feeding lady told me today thats what im going by okay sorry if i made you upset .
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583196 tn?1429221155
hi, the breastfeeding forum here is very friendly. i hope to breastfeed my second as much as possible. i've had surgery and latching with my first was difficult. i appreciate formula since i am one of those who used and may end up using again. but i do believe that if you can and could breastfeed you should absolutely try. i'm totally jealous of breastfeeding mothers. good for you!!! i hope it works out for you.
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2177976 tn?1342045640
I'm going to bump but I'm not going to give him the breast ........I'm on call at my job 24 hours nd I need him to know what a bottle is cuz with my son that I have now would not take a bottle but I'm going to bump nd he will get the milk

Lil Mason can't wait to see you smile
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2195822 tn?1341056911
I wasn't able to breast feed much at all. Hoping I can this time. But please. Saying formula isn't good for your baby at all can easily offend and upset those of us who formula fed..its also saying stuff like that..that causes arguments. Plus it's not true. Yes breast is best and I was depressed for a month or two after failing at it. Also if it was that bad they wouldn't be allowed to sell it. My daughter is advanced..healthy..happy and very intelligent. Formula feeding has not harmed her at all. I had every intention of breastfeeding and was heartbroken when it didn't work out..so keep in mind that might happen to you and you wouldn't like to be faced with being told you're feeding your baby something that's bad for them.
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3109932 tn?1347067940
you should try it again :)
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I wanna try it with this one again :) i tried with my first but she wouldnt latch on correctly so i gave up only breastfed for 9 days :( well see how it goes this time.
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I'm  going to breast feed on my fourth child I  already know what to do and I have  done a great job with my other kids just looking forward to my new bundle of joy
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