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If I reduce feeds on one breast, will I be able to feed on only one side?

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Jasnem · 14/07/2006 20:47

I have struggled with various problems bf my ds, and although much better now (he's 4.5 months)neither he nor I are keen on him feeding on the left side. It is still very painful for me, and he is much more fidgety on thisside.
If I reduce the frequency of feeds on that side, can I increase my supply on the other breast to eventually on ly feed on that side? Or am I risking the whole thing.
I would rather feed through pain than stop, but if I can only do the one side, it would be much more pleasant.

Sorry for rambling. Has anyone done this?

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Jasnem · 14/07/2006 20:47

I have struggled with various problems bf my ds, and although much better now (he's 4.5 months)neither he nor I are keen on him feeding on the left side. It is still very painful for me, and he is much more fidgety on thisside.
If I reduce the frequency of feeds on that side, can I increase my supply on the other breast to eventually on ly feed on that side? Or am I risking the whole thing.
I would rather feed through pain than stop, but if I can only do the one side, it would be much more pleasant.

Sorry for rambling. Has anyone done this?

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mears · 14/07/2006 20:51

I haven't but I have a friend who feeds from one side only. Tes you will produce enough milk but you will be lopsided for a while

Jasnem · 14/07/2006 20:53

I'm kind of lopsided anyway Thanks, I think I will give it a go.

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harpsichordcarrier · 16/07/2006 07:27

yes, I have done this and so have two of my friends.#good luck jasnem

Kelly1978 · 16/07/2006 07:59

I had thrush in one side, and lost the supply. I carried on with one side only.

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