A question about restarting bf.

[WantAnotherGo]

Have done a quick name change for this one as it's probably mad to even consider this. I've been inspired by a couple of people on the 'Would you bf another baby?' thread.

BF my LOs until they were 14 months, sadly stopped with last baby at 8 months as he has sn which effected his ability to suck, tried expressing but supply seemed severely diminished.

5 months on by nipples still produce little drops of milk when squeezed. Do you think it's possible I could start to lactate enough to express some milk for DS?

He's definately my last and I loved bf. Would just like one last shot before I dry up for good!

Yes it is possible. :-) If your ds is unable to suck you will need a pump to express and probably some support from one of the breastfeeding charities would be helpful. Any groups in your area that you know of?

Breastfeeding is a wonderful full and as an extended breastfeeder I would say gor for it if its what you want. It is possible to re-start.

Here's a link

If it doesn't work out, at least you'll know that you tried and if it does then great

Thanks
Dazzlincaz - the breastfeeding support lady at our hospital is lovely and I have just left her a message. Also have a friend involved with the NCT and she's given me a couple of contacts.

Thanks for that link tigertum this quote from that link sums up just how I am feeling -

"No doubt your decision to stop breastfeeding was taken at a time of great pain, stress and anxiety and it is understandable that you are now looking back with regret. "

I shall quietly have a go. Will dig out my breastpump. Not going to say anything to dh as he never says the right thing (he doesn't mean to be horrible he is just the most tactless person I know!!) and I need to be as positive about it as poss.

Lovely link, Tigertum.

Such a lot of emotions around breastfeeding, WantAnotherGo - can understand where you are coming from there {{hug}}. Hope you can find the encouragement and support from one of the groups. Incidentally LLL have changed their helpline number to 0845 120 2918. You can talk to someone who will support you in your aims to relactate via them, even if there isn't a group near you.

Best wishes for a successful outcome - your ds is lucky little lad to have such a caring Mummy

Oh, good luck Wantanothergo. I've heard of people managing to breast feed after they've adopted so it must be possible in your situation I imagine.

I'm really pleased I asked the bfeeding friend's baby question, it's made me determined to donate milk this time.

hurrah for Mumsnet

Thanks for the support everyone