I only breastfed my son for 2 to 3 weeks. Major reason was that I got sick. Coughing and runny nose. I was like half dead that time, so I had to give up. Esp. I didn't have much milk. I could only pump out 2 oz to 3 oz at most before I quitted breastfeeding. My son started to drink 4 oz in 2 weeks, and he is now drinking 5 oz per feeding. I think I am not born to be a breastfeeding mother. I failed to breastfeed my first child, then failed again for the second time. What a loser am I!
I am envy at the mothers who could breastfeed their babies. Not only have the time to do so, but also have enough milk to feed the baby.
Moreover, breastfeeding is tough. I do not want to wear breastfeeding bras to work and do not want to go to the restroom to pump out the milk, etc. Besides, I want more free time for myself and for my work. This is how I comfort myself when I fail to breastfeed my baby.
I failed in BF for my girl last time because of lack of experience. This time I prepared myself better and most important is believe that I can have enough milk for my baby. And the milk supply is OK(last time I don't have enough milk, too.) . I don't have much milk, just enough for my baby. If he wants to suck, then I just let him suck. I believe it can stimulate the production of milk. So far, I didn't give any formula to my baby after he discharged from the hospital. The only problem is my nipples got infected. It is really painful that I nearly want to quit BF. I went to the health centre and the doctor gave me some medicine this morning. I hope I will get better soon.
The road of BF is really tough, I can understand. However, if you still have some milk, just give it to your baby. 食得幾多得幾多,好過無﹗
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