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RE: Got Mommy's Milk, Take 7 - 8/5/2008 12:43:46 AM
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Mrs.X
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Jae, that's great you got 1.5 oz. this time. It is nice to be able to go on a date once in a while.
Erin, will they let you pick what kind of bottles will be used when he does start using a bottle? There are some on the market that are supposed to be great for babies who are nursing. Avent were supposed to be great for that, but I dunno. I think there are some better ones out there with a slower flow and more like a real nipple.
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RE: Got Mommy's Milk, Take 7 - 8/5/2008 1:12:39 AM
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peculiar_lady2
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on the bra's...get fitted and get the size that fits right now. They usually have a bit of give or have several different clasps that you can loosen when your milk comes in. Generally though, by 32 weeks you should be good on the size. Like someone else said, it's not so much the size being different from here on, it's the texture and firmness of your breasts being different after the milk comes in. Plus...even if you have to buy new bras then, you still need bras that fit now too. You can get a clogged milk duct NOW even before your milk comes in...and a too tight bra can lead to that sometimes.
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RE: Got Mommy's Milk, Take 7 - 8/5/2008 7:45:02 AM
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Erin, will they let you pick what kind of bottles will be used when he does start using a bottle? There are some on the market that are supposed to be great for babies who are nursing. Avent were supposed to be great for that, but I dunno. I think there are some better ones out there with a slower flow and more like a real nipple.
I'm not really sure on that. We havent gotten that far yet. I do know that they are very pro breastfeeding and very supportive of a mom who wants to go that route, so I am pretty confident they'll do the best they can.
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RE: Got Mommy's Milk, Take 7 - 8/5/2008 7:56:30 AM
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There are special bottles used in the NICU (at least around here) for all preemies ... and it doesn't seem to negatively affect BF ... it's just a much smaller nipple (and bottle) to make it easier for baby to feed until the sucking reflex fully kicks in, and the gag reflex retreats!
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RE: Got Mommy's Milk, Take 7 - 8/5/2008 8:05:09 AM
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Mrs.Wifey
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They will probably let you choose, but you will probably need something with a preemie sized nipple. I know Dr.Brown has a preemie size bottle... They'll probably want to fortify your breastmilk as well to help Isaac get more calories.
Oh, and both Dr.Browns and Avent have/will have BPA free versions available. The Dr.Brown's are already out and Avent should be available in October.
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RE: Got Mommy's Milk, Take 7 - 8/5/2008 11:51:12 AM
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I have a hard time getting dressed when I get out of the shower because I leak so much. Chris asked me the other day why our bathroom floor was so sticky. LOL!!
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RE: Got Mommy's Milk, Take 7 - 8/5/2008 12:12:38 PM
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I had to wear breast pads until Hunter was around 9 months old because I leaked so much and so often. It was a long time before my body stop letting down at the thought of Hunter or the thought of nursing him.
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RE: Got Mommy's Milk, Take 7 - 8/5/2008 9:01:16 PM
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Thanks for all the replies, ladies! Very helpful, because like I said, I have no idea.
Does anyone know if Target sells them in-store, or only online?
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RE: Got Mommy's Milk, Take 7 - 8/6/2008 9:32:54 AM
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lilyofthefield
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I only leak if I get engorged - that's only after a growth spurt when I seem to step up production. I have had some clogged ducts - no fun! It helps me to change nursing positions and use a warm compress (or shower) and massage.
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Caden is only eating 5 times a day - 6, 10, 2, 6, 10... I'm worried about my production (I'm not able to pump as much now) and also that he's eating enough (I know you can't put babies in a box, but aren't they supposed to eat 6-8 times a day at his age - 10 weeks?)
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RE: Got Mommy's Milk, Take 7 - 8/6/2008 9:44:17 AM
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How's Caden's weight doing, Nicole? Is he still gaining?
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RE: Got Mommy's Milk, Take 7 - 8/6/2008 11:12:14 AM
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(I know you can't put babies in a box, but aren't they supposed to eat 6-8 times a day at his age - 10 weeks?)
go by # of wet diapers more then anything...and secondly is he gaining in size (weight/height) or ability (some babies don't physically grow much but they develop abilities still). If he is then he is normal for him. Some babies are efficient at getting what they need in less feeds...and then some want to suck on you all the time to get what they need....lol.
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RE: Got Mommy's Milk, Take 7 - 8/6/2008 11:53:12 AM
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peculiar_lady2
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His weight was great at his last appt a week ago - he has another next week, so we'll see. He's learning new things (started grabbing things in the last week). Oh, and he still has lots of pees and poos. 
Do you think my milk production will be okay with less feedings though?
if he is actually nursing, then yes it should be fine and will be more when he needs it (generally speaking...you could up your production if you are really worried)....if you are pumping then it could be a sign of trouble. 10 weeks though is kind of a slough off time....12 weeks is usually a growing time, so he will probably up your supply here real soon.
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