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What were the challenges in your breastfeeding journey and how did you overcome it?

Pregnancy and the months after birth should be about joy and developing together every single day. We at Philips Avent believe that you as parents know best. Tell us about the problems you faced in your breastfeeding journey and how did you overcome it? In the process, also teach the young parents on how their journey can become more joyful. #ParentYourWay3 best comments to get Rs. 1000 vouchers from Firstcry.

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Alekhya Chimata Mom of 2 children 4 years ago

firstly my baby has not accepted breastfeeding so I latched my breasts and feed my baby with syringe . He was not able to latch properly, but within 2 days he became a pro. so initially I felt that if I had a breast pump it would have been more convenient for me. Even now while I'm going to my work I use breast pump and store the milk so my baby gets enough feed even in my absence. Breast feeds is must for baby up-to 2years

Sheersha Karmakar Mom of 3 children 4 years ago

Breastfeeding two babies one after the other was nothing less than a torture for me. But i breastfed my elder one for 2.5 years and my younger one is still latching onto me while I am commenting though! They are 1.5 years apart. Breastfeeding right after delivery was traumatic, breastfeeding my elder one while being pregnant with my second one was a nightmare, breastfeeding two babies simultaneously while one sucks harder and the other one less made me want to throw up in pain. But I never gave up. I just kept saying few more days! They need it for their growth and immunity! Mothers are God's warrior and protector of the sapiens! All Hail Momma!

Devika Jariwala Guardian of 3 children 4 years ago

With 2 kids it’s extremely important to ask for help from friends and relatives whenever you need. Mother’s should not neglect their own physical and mental health.
Healthy mamma healthy baby

Vijeta Sinha Mom of a 4 yr 8 m old boy 4 years ago

for me it's very challenging but same time it is a wonderful feeling when you feed your child.

Deepika Gupta Mom of 2 children 4 years ago

in early days my son not taking breast in mouth ,I am so upset and I'm thinking what should I do, he take milk by spoon only formula milk then once a day aprox 7 to 10 days after birth of my son when I came in home I'm giving milk by bottle then next time I offer breast and he accepted ....I'm so so happy and the feeling was very happy I have no words to explain, now the bond of me and my son is superb and I'm enjoying so much with my son
motherhood is most loving time for my life
I'm so happy

Raja Vijay singh Guardian of 3 children 4 years ago

love this feeling

B Mounika Mom of 2 children 4 years ago

Breastfeeding is a journey with ups and downs for both mother and child. I had a normal delivery and when I started breastfeeding after birth I had latching problem. My baby was not able to hold and suck the nipples properly. Initial two days , I had to pump the milk and feed through spoon to my baby. I watched parenting videos, consulted my doctor, then I tried to hold my baby in correct nursing position and at every feeding made sure that my baby takes in the entire nipple and areola of my breast. This helped in proper latching and baby was able to suck properly.
Also, because of improper latching I experienced persistent soreness or nipples becoming raw and cracked which was very painful.To provide some relief, I applied warm compress to help soothe irritated nipples. I tried soaking nipples in homemade saline solution by mixing ½ teaspoon of salt with 8 oz of warm water.

Now my baby is 5 months and we are thoroughly enjoying our breastfeeding journey.

Anand Father of a 6 yr 10 m old girl 4 years ago

to became a mom ...it's wonderful feeling..

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soumya Mom of a 7 yr 5 m old girl 4 years ago

Its my first child and was thinking would enjoy breastfeeding but NO..i had c section ,next day i tried to bf at first she was ok but after few days she use to drink from left breast n sometimes not ready to feed and cry a lot ..My breast was full of milk n got hard n lumps then i took manual pump n feed her with bottle she use to drink till 9months then she started bf from both side untill 2.5 yrs..

Afroz Farhan Mom of 2 children 4 years ago

wonderful feeling

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