My 23 week old DD was weighed today (is on weekly weight checks due to slow gain) and has lost 2.5oz.
I've been trying to feed her more often, offering both sides each feed to try and get her gaining more weight, so nearly cried when I saw the figures on the scales this morning. I just feel like I'm failing my daughter and not able to give her everything she needs. The health nurse who has been monitoring her has said I need to start weaning her to get the calories into her.
I feel completely crap and wanted so much to EBF until 6 months. I know my DD's health is more important but I just think I've failed her.
Sorry, more of a feeling sorry for myself post then anything.
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IShallCallYouSquishy · 02/11/2012 10:29
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