Dd2 is now 6 days old. We got off to a good start with feeding because she latched and tookcolostrum regularly from birth. We've managed to completely avoid the jaundice that was threatening to develop on day 2 and yesterday at her weigh in he had only lost 2.5% which was 3oz. We are getting plenty of wet and dirty nappies. All poop is yellow or orange and most are mustard seedy with one or two being a little more firm. Until yesterday, feeds were every 2 hours as she demanded. Yesterday she fed from 6pm until 1.30am. Every time I thought she'd finished she slept for a few minutes before crying and routing. A couple of times she let out a small cry whilst on the breast abs they both felt pretty drained. I definitely think she is windy but we struggle to get any burps up. She slept for 2 hours then had a small feed from both breasts before sleeping again for 2 more. She started to feed again about 8am and has only just stopped. About half an hour ago I handed her to dh and went and had a shower because I felt like I couldn't cope any more. My boobs feel very squishy and empty and it is difficult to express any milk. I know from my experience with dd1 that formula isn't the answer. I didn't know what I was doing with dd1. She slept for 24 hours after being born and I didn't realise I needed to wake to feed her. I missed all of the cues, tried to feed but ended up with lactation failure. I mix fed for a while but think that was too harsh on her system and she developed colic. I'm keen to avoid that this time. I would be grateful for any help or advice. If this is normal and I need to suck it up I can do that. I should also say, I think her latch is OK. My nipples are sore from the continual feeding but she is getting milk.
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