This has some wonderful information about breastfeeding your preemie. It seems that you can use fenugreek, mother's milk, well anything. I would double check with the lactation consultant at the hospital to be extra sure. I think with the fenugreek you have to take around 9 + caplets a day to get desired results.
Congratulations on your little one! By breastfeeding you are giving your precious one a great start. I know pumping is very time consuming and I applaud your efforts. Way to go mama!!
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I have bumped up three threads for you:
Is my baby getting enough milk?
Where oh where has my milk gone??
I need to make more milk.
Please check these out there are plenty more articles and info to help you out. Again good luck and you are doing an amazing job!!!! ↑ |
have you tried domperidone? ↑ |
You heard abt this brand called Mother Love ? They have this capsule called More Milk Plus. I am thinking of trying that. Website to visit : www.zenadu.com.sg . ↑ |
I was wondering if you are getting a letdown when you pump? I had problem with one of my other babies baby when I pumped I didn't get a let down. I got an electric pump that was stronger and I pumped way more. ↑ |
My first question is why are you going so long between pumpings? The more you stimulate the more you produce. Also the meds are a great choice for you. I would try and find some premie moms support groups. They are such a great encouragement. Also a really good pump is the best thing. YOu might want to do some research on the type of pump you are using. A hosp grade would be your best option. Also the cup size of the pump. If your breast isn't compressing with each cycle then it is the wrong size. Good luck to you! Congrats! ↑ |
I've has seven children of my own and have nursed all of them. Perhaps i can be of some help. How long has it been since you gave birth? ↑ |
I had given birth on 26/06/07. My milk level is at 100ml (consistent) now. Will try to latch on when she discharge. ↑ |
where are you at?I am in Denver with my daughter born at 27 wk.... ↑ |
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