Hi All.
Tuesday lunch time I took DD (1 week old) off the breast and put her on the breast out of sheer exhaustion and mashed nipples. She cluster fed for up to a continuous 4 hours at a time at night and I couldn't handle it.
She's been on formula since her 1pm feed on Tuesday but also had a formula feed Monday night. But she did have 20 mins on each breast last night as she was so fussy I didn't know how else to comfort her.
I now feel guilty and want to try again at breastfeeding. Plus nipples are better now I took a break.
I just managed to express 2oz from each breast (took 15 mins each side). Is this a good sign?
What do I do now to build my supply back up? Should I express every few hours or just wait now for her to cry for her next feed and put her to the breast?
Thanks x