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What am i doing wrong?

Im exclusively pumping. This was for today after one pumping session. Is it normal fpr there to be such a small fatty layer. Ive been pumping 15-20 minutes one each side. Also my supply has been dropping. Hows the best way to fix this my kiddo is almost 3 month. If i pump every 2-3 hours im only getting 1.5-3 oz per...

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Formula mommas

Any new moms moved to formula after trying breast feeding- would love to here your experience- really struggling with breastfeeding and worried about her not eating enough 3 days post partum only getting colostrum and not latching

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Silly question

Can I get pregnant even tho I’m breastfeeding ? I’m bit concerned as we did the deed and we didn’t use protection as I thought one time happened can’t be pregnant but now I’m having second thoughts 💭 I don’t have my period yet it’s been 8 months and even if I end up pregnant I wouldn’t even possibly know unless I…

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Still no period?

I’m now 9 weeks PP & still no period. I’m not breastfeeding nor have I with this baby. I stopped the after birth bleeding at 3 weeks. I’ve had cramps now for over a week and a bit of lower back ache but no sign of a period. Has anyone else not had one yet? I don’t know if and when I should be concerned😬

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Negative comments

If anyone wants a rant about negative comments towards feeding go ahead lol. Constant negative comments from my MIL. I don’t understand it, why is there always such negativity towards breastfeeding? She has a serious issue with the fact I’m breastfeeding 😂

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Anyone that’s exclusively breastfeeding started their cycle?

Mine started today at 6 weeks and from what I’ve heard it typically comes later or doesn’t start till after you’re done breastfeeding. Is this normal?

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Nipples spray like a fire hose

Hello My nipples spray an insane amount during feeding and my baby girl hates it. I think the spray hits the back of her throat and she chokes and screams. She will pop off and it will spray everywhere sometimes in 4 separate streams. I have to take a cloth and apply pressure and that usually makes the spray stops ...

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Bra help

Random…. What are you all wearing to bed? I wear a bra because I worry my breasts will leak but it’s SO uncomfortable. Any recommendations would be truly appreciated!!!

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Help

My son is now 14 months and been BF since birth. My initial goal was 6 months, then a year & now we’re still going! I absolutely love being his comfort & giving him everything he needs. But we’re having some issues. In the day he is constantly pulling at my top, pinching my nipples until he gets fed. If I don’t l...

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Bras for large cup size!

35 weeks and need something non expensive to get me through the final weeks and into the post birth period. I am currently a 36H, but probably more 38J. I'd normally head to Bravissimo, but can't justify the expense! A nursing option would be good, although not essential.

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Breastfeeding

How often are everyone’s babies at the breast for? Mine is 8 days old and seems to either be on for 10/15 minutes or sometimes 45 and I’m not sure what’s normal x

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Breastfeeding pain

Hi ladies, merry Xmas to you all!! This is second baby for me now (2 days old) and first baby I exclusively pumped due to a poor latch and really determined to feed from the boob this time. However, it really really hurts, I don’t know if this is a poor latch or just my nipples getting used to it. It seems almost...

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Milk supply- 9 months post partum

Merry Christmas mammas 🎄 I have a 9 month old (today!) little girl who is ebf but will happily take a bottle as well. I have gone through quite a stressful patch the last few months and I think my milk supply has dipped- haven’t really been drinking enough either tbh. I’m trying to start adding a few pumps into…

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Expressing breast milk

Hi everyone, I’m a first-time mum and would really appreciate some advice. I gave birth to our beautiful baby boy a week ago via emergency C-section under general anaesthesia due to unforeseen circumstances. As a result, I missed the early days to properly establish breastfeeding. To make sure he’s getting enough m...

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Dummies recommendation

Hi moms, Looking for dummies recommendations for 3m+ babies. my baby is exclusively breastfed, but sometimes I feel he doesn't have a good latch. He doesn't open his mouth wide enough. His current dummies are due to be replaced, and I was doing some research about them. There are some brands that mimic the breast wi...

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No judgement

Breast feeding and drinking I’ve never looked into cause I haven’t drank but it’s Christmas and I would like a drink baby breast feeds on a morning at lunch and for bed time what’s the time frame for having a drink and feeding? And what ever else I need to know thanks.

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Dry skin around nipples??

I'm 12/40- does anyone else have this? Merry Christmas btw :)

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Breast feeding

Any tips on everything Breast feeding from staying hydrated , to making enough milk and just everything I’m trying not to feel like I’m a failure as a mom but I do …

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EBF but wanting to introduce bottle

Since around 6 weeks of age, when breastfeeding was fully established, we’ve tried to introduce a bottle before bedtimes, just to know she can take one and to give me a little break! Unfortunately we are not having much success. We have tried Dr Browns, MAM and Tommee Tippee bottles. The only one she has taken a han...

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Schedules at 4 months for breastfed little ones?

Are you all following strict schedules at 4 months? I have put together a little schedule we are starting to try to use as a guide but are a bit more on demand with 2 feedings during nighttime still - just curious if others with 4 mo olds are following schedules that seem to work well?

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