Re: Are we feeding are newborn too much?

Posted by Lee on August 21, 2001 at 13:36:12:

In Reply to: Are we feeding are newborn too much? posted by Chris Wolff on August 21, 2001 at 10:33:54:

Actually, you probably aren't feeding her enough. I know this sounds strange when it seems like that's all you do, but many newborns nurse every two hours.

I would check the latch with someone from the La Leche League or with a certified lactation consultant. I would also stop giving her the bottle until she has mastered the art of sucking (about 6 weeks) and because it will affect your wife's supply.

Most importantly, stick with it! Breastfeeding can be difficult in the early weeks, but it gets so-o-o much easier later.

The following sites offer help.

Dr. Newman's handouts:
http://users.erols.com/cindyrn/newman.htm

Dr. Newman's e-mail (he welcomes questions and he will respond!):
newman@globalserve.net

Mothers Overcoming Breastfeeding Issues (MOBI):
http://www.internetBabies.com/MOBI/MessageBoard.Asp

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