DS was born 3 days ago. I was determined to breast feed and have been trying really hard. 3 days in however my milk is not here, when I squeeze I can't even see any colostrum or anything.
DS will attach and will suck but I can't tell if he's getting anything. He seems to suck strongly for about 2 mins then stop, he can be on the breast for over an hour but sucking strongly only intermittently the rest just kind of comforting. He also seems more asleep than awake.
Yesterday I was worried he wasn't getting enough so I offered him some formula. He had some of it. Since then I've offered him some formula after he's been on the breast for over an hour. He's only taking about 30 ml.
I don't want to give up on breast feeding but don't want him to starve either. Any advice?
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3 day old, no milk yet. Advice please
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loubaby1 · 06/01/2011 11:35
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