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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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Samreen Fatima Mom of 2 children 4 years ago

Wow! this question reminds me of the days with my first child who was in NICU for 4 days after her birth. it was hard to be away from my baby and when i got her back the only thing i focused on was to breastfeed her. My supply was completly low.We both went through lots of disturbed nights.geting her the correct latch was difficult.inspite of all that troubles my baby and me never gave up:) everything got better with time :)

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B Brahma Mom of 2 children 4 years ago

My biggest challenge was having flat nipples because of which the baby could not latch on.The first week I really thought I was producing enough to satiate my baby but only when she started loosing weight did I realise I wasn’t producing enough.I did not have the luxury nor the patience to wait for the herbs and laddos to start kicking-in.On the advice of my Doctor,I opted to go for top-up.It did make me feel mother’s guilt but when I looked at my well fed and happy baby,it was worth it.Afterall,as they say Fed is good

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The initial few days post delivery (37 weeks) were quite overwhelming both in a good way and sometimes not so good. The first week I had trouble feeding my baby as she preferred sleeping to getting fed. I could hardly get her to latch or suck. As a first time mom, I was sick with worry over her not getting enough nutrition. It all turned out fine in the end; took us about a month to get into a routine. My suggestion for new moms with breast feeding issues would be: 1. Not all moms are able to get a good milk let down post delivery. It is okay. Give your body time. You will get there. Even a few drops of colostrum per feed is good enough for a newborn. It is normal for all babies to lose a little weight post birth. Please don’t worry. It can take 1-2 months for your milk supply to adjust to the needs of your baby. And as a backup, there is always baby formula. Do not be ashamed to use it. Be patient and keep trying. I personally found eating socked methi seeds and methi water in the morning to really help with the milk supply. There is also a supplement called Galact. 2. Breast massaging and warm compress goes a long way to ease engorged breasts. Massage in small circular motions from the tops of your breast, gradually moving towards the nipples. Focus more on areas that feel tight. Warm compress helps with the sore areas. Milk comes out easier if you press the areole, and the region around it towards the chest, i.e, press inwards in small circular motions. Just pinching the nipples would not be as effective and it can be painful. 3.Relax. I know it is not easy and sounds like a useless and vague advice, but keeping calm goes a long way in dealing with all the anxieties and frustrations along the way. If it is not working out, take a break, take deep breaths, calm yourself and try again after 15 mins. Your frustrations and calm are both easily communicated to your baby. Which emotion would you rather prefer? Lastly, congratulations! You are an awesome mom regardless of whether you are able to breastfeed or not.

Riya Mom of a 7 yr 3 m old girl 4 years ago

The initial few days post delivery (37 weeks) were quite overwhelming both in a good way and sometimes not so good. The first week I had trouble feeding my baby as she preferred sleeping to getting fed. I could hardly get her to latch or suck. As a first time mom, I was sick with worry over her not getting enough nutrition. It all turned out fine in the end; took us about a month to get into a routine.
My suggestion for new moms with breast feeding issues would be:
1. Not all moms are able to get a good milk let down post delivery. It is okay. Give your body time. You will get there. Even a few drops of colostrum per feed is good enough for a newborn. It is normal for all babies to lose a little weight post birth. Please don’t worry. It can take 1-2 months for your milk supply to adjust to the needs of your baby. And as a backup, there is always baby formula. Do not be ashamed to use it. Be patient and keep trying. I personally found eating socked methi seeds and methi water in the morning to really help with the milk supply. There is also a supplement called Galact.
2. Breast massaging and warm compress goes a long way to ease engorged breasts. Massage in small circular motions from the tops of your breast, gradually moving towards the nipples. Focus more on areas that feel tight. Warm compress helps with the sore areas. Milk comes out easier if you press the areole, and the region around it towards the chest, i.e, press inwards in small circular motions. Just pinching the nipples would not be as effective and it can be painful.
3.Relax. I know it is not easy and sounds like a useless and vague advice, but keeping calm goes a long way in dealing with all the anxieties and frustrations along the way. If it is not working out, take a break, take deep breaths, calm yourself and try again after 15 mins. Your frustrations and calm are both easily communicated to your baby. Which emotion would you rather prefer?

Lastly, congratulations! You are an awesome mom regardless of whether you are able to breastfeed or not.

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bharathi Mom of 4 children 2 years ago

I had a premature delivery so I didn't get breastmilk as fast as other moms. I had gone through lot of stress but after I get back my baby then I started my breastfeeding frequently because of that now my baby is getting enough milk today

Lolochishi Mom of 2 children 2 years ago

breast abscess due to over flow of milk
lead to develop fever
advice don't give up feeding until it subsidies and do seek medication for pain relief and cold compress on the area

Muskan Meher Guardian of a 4 yr old girl 2 years ago

Due to lack of milk, bleeding started in the breast and then milk started coming after two to three days

PREETHI Mom of a 6 yr 9 m old girl 2 years ago

Less milk production

Meha Swami Mom of 3 children 2 years ago

overflow of milk it was. but being a mother makes u empathetic to other children who can't have their mother's milk due to any problem or reason so i decided to get it to them by either storing it in a bottle or directly giving it to children who need mother's milk

Jyothi Mom of 3 children 3 years ago

intial stage my baby not drinking much milk and also while she is sucking felt severe pain but as a mother I felt happy in that pain too as my baby is having enough milk what ahe wants

Barkha Sachdev Mom of a 6 yr 7 m old boy 3 years ago

1st week my baby can't breastfeed
that's very challenging

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