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Bleeding nips - ok for baby to sill bf?

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bumperlicious · 24/06/2007 14:52

Really quick question. I've just expressed a little (to try and release a little milk from engorged breast before feeding. Can she still drink from it?

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oggsfrog · 24/06/2007 15:07

I had this problem and apparently it's not uncommon. I was advised to carry on as usual.

If you're baby possets you may see some of this "altered" blood mixed in.

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oggsfrog · 24/06/2007 15:09

your

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SoupDragon · 24/06/2007 15:12

Yes, don't be too freaked out when your baby throws up blood after this - it's yours not hers

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SoupDragon · 24/06/2007 15:12

I don't care that I've left out apostrophes.

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bumperlicious · 24/06/2007 18:38

thanks for the replies, that's reassuring

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domesticgrumpess · 24/06/2007 18:57

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ib · 24/06/2007 19:04

Also if there's a fair bit your dc might have black specks in her poo - the old blood, apparently

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pointydog · 24/06/2007 19:04

it's ok for your baby but hope things get better for you soon

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