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A couple questions.
First, I plan on Breastfeeding and I should do a little research online of what I need like supplies wise, but what do you ladies think are good to have, brands of nursing bras, types of pumps, etc.
Second, I'm 28 going on 29 weeks this wednesday, and I can feel the baby pressing up against the side of my tummy. Like it feels like she is trying to shove her foot or arm out the side of my tummy and she is only moving in the lower part of my tummy, like lower than usual. Is it normal to have her moving like that and be that low at only 28/29 weeks? (this is my first pregnancy and I am unsure of what is normal or not).
Second, I'm 28 going on 29 weeks this wednesday, and I can feel the baby pressing up against the side of my tummy. Like it feels like she is trying to shove her foot or arm out the side of my tummy and she is only moving in the lower part of my tummy, like lower than usual. Is it normal to have her moving like that and be that low at only 28/29 weeks? (this is my first pregnancy and I am unsure of what is normal or not).
Thank you all so much :) I feel like I should have bought some stuff before now. I only have 11 weeks left so I want to try to get everything together before the baby comes. Thank you!!!!!
Oh, they have a device called Milkies which is made to collect the milk that comes out of the side that is not being used while the baby is nursing. That way, that milk can be stored and actually used and doesnt just get thrown away in a breast pad. I plan on getting a set before my little one gets here.
Definately recommend the bags, I liked lansinol best cause the labels were bigger. I laid mine flat on the shelf until they were frozen solid, then stood them on end in a box where you could see the labels at top. And if you cant borrow a pump, rent one. If breastfeeding works for you and you plan to continue after the first month or so, I would definately look into buying one. With my last one, I got the Medela Freestyle and I loved it. Do you research though, cause a pump is one of those things where you get what you pay for.
I couldnt think of the name for the medela pump... but ive never heard anyone say anything bad about it... and ive never used it, i got an electric one from super store or walmart? and i didnt like it-i can think of the name either? lol... so if i was to get an electric id for sure go with a medela brand... and like i said for the manual i think avent is the best... :) so anyway its worth putting the money into it :) or like i said borrow :)
Medela makes a great breast pump. I used the electric one and have had it for 2 children. It's still great. Also, I don't know if this happens with everyone but whenever I breastfed, the side that I wasn't using would leak like crazy. Just be prepared for that otherwise you will end up soaked. =) Remember, take advantage of a lactation consultant and don't give up. The first couple of weeks are tough but if you can get through that, you'll have it down.
Wow! I think Lesley covered almost everything! I also didn't care for the "hooter hider" cover things. I used an electric pump (a medela one and also a rented hospital grade one with supply issues) an thought it was quite good but did not use a manual - I had read/heard that manuals usually just express one side at a time and since my plan was (and is this time) to pump at work, I wanted the efficiency of the double flanges. I didn't have to but I also liked that I could get different sized flanges if I had needed them and I'm not sure all pump brands allow for that (I'm also working off 4 year old information, from when I had my daughter).
I went for nursing camisoles rather than nursing bras but it seems my friend are split half and half on who prefers the bras and who prefers the camisoles. But yes, nursing pads are typically required and I agree to buying nicer ones.
When I had nipple soreness, cold, wet tea bags helped a lot, more than lanolin cream for me.
As for storage, we used storage bags because we had solid bottles rather than drop-ins. It depends on what you decide - or baby decides! Both my sister and a good friend had babies who were very picky about what bottles/nipples they would drink from so I would not suggest stocking up on bottles ahead of time, but like Lesley said, maybe have one handy.
I went for nursing camisoles rather than nursing bras but it seems my friend are split half and half on who prefers the bras and who prefers the camisoles. But yes, nursing pads are typically required and I agree to buying nicer ones.
When I had nipple soreness, cold, wet tea bags helped a lot, more than lanolin cream for me.
As for storage, we used storage bags because we had solid bottles rather than drop-ins. It depends on what you decide - or baby decides! Both my sister and a good friend had babies who were very picky about what bottles/nipples they would drink from so I would not suggest stocking up on bottles ahead of time, but like Lesley said, maybe have one handy.
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As far as nursing bras go, i dont have a preference but do keep in mind that you will be wearing a bra 24/7 as you will need to hold the breast pads in place to prevent leaking everywhere lol so COMFORT is a must...
I use the drop in platex bottles, there are lots of preferences when it comes to bottles and some babies are more picky than others but they are good to have on hand just incase you do need to give a bottle... i would also keep a can of formula handy as you never know... you can get free samples online so you dont have to go out and buy some... so sign up to all free baby stuff as you can get a few useful samples and even i think nestle? gives a diaper bag and a bottle
Oh adn i know im kinda jumping around here but if you are able to borrow a breast pump to trial before getting your own i would do that as they are expensive and some woman have trouble nursing so its good to know how its gonna go before putting money into it.... everything gets sterilized so its not that big of a deal... i did borrow a nursing blanket thing, like a hooter hider but i didnt care for it and found a large recieving blanket worked best!
OH definitely a good nursing pillow is a MUST! i have 2 of them one is more shaped like a banana/moon cresent and i like it the best (im a bigger girl so i find it more comfortable, and i have a normal c shaped one and it works too but i just prefer the other one.... a good washable cover is good as there will be spit up and leaking onto the pillow... so by the end it can get pretty grubby lol and if this is your first its nice to keep it in good condition incase you plan on more kids... oh and on the note of spit up... recieving blankets... i would have quite a few on hand as soem days you can go thru them fast lol
lol and back to the pumping... if you plan on freezing then you need some type of storage... i have tops that go with the drop in liners and then you just pop it into the bottle when ready...
Im sure ill think of more stuff...and others will most likely add to the list as well :)