breastfeeding

[N30N]

Hi so I'm current pregnant with my 2nd child I'm 12 weeks today and I'm considering breastfeeding, i didnt get the chance to with my 1st born... any advice?

[GeekMom1213]

You cannot spoil an infant by feeding them and holding them. Kids don't learn to manipulate nearly that early. Pumping doesn't stimulate your breasts and your hormones the way breastfeeding does - women have a much harder time maintaining an adequate milk supply if they are strictly pumping. Nurse that baby. It's what's best for both of you.
Having a pump for when you go back to work is a great thing though. I went back to work when my son was six weeks old and pumped two or three times in an eight hour shift - nursed until he was two years old. It was an amazing gift to give us both.

[N30N]

Ok thnkz for the info... I haven't decided if I wanted to actually breastfeed or jst breastfeed using the pump because I plan on goin back to work I can't jst b home not workin its not in my blood lol

[mamavl]

You will develop such a wonderful bond with your baby while breastfeeding that no one else can have its really a rewarding feeling. My advise would be get a good nipple cream like lanolin because nipples can be VERY sore the first few weeks and breastfeed as often as baby wants to get your milk coming in. Always make yourself comfy while feeding a good pillow or cushion to prevent back ache.soo much goodness in breastmilk too much to list lol good luck  

[N30N]

Yea me to itit's also suppose to help your baby immune system and improves their vision and things

[N30N]

Thnkz... I been getting a few advice from family but its always a different answer. I want to breastfeed but I was hearing that makes the baby spoiled so I was kinda thinking about getting the electric pump and breastfeeding that way

[Lovecristal]

I heard breastfeeding is always better than any other...

[katyrb]

Good for you! I wont say its easy, but its sooo worth it! Read The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding (seriously this book had everything), find a support group. The first hour after birth has a huge impact on breastfeeding success, so try to hold your baby skin to skin on your chest asap after birth, and feed him for the first time within that hour. Its so amazing to watch their feeding instincts kick in! Use the hospital lactation consultant as much as possible.. Good luck!