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Can you start breastfeeding after stopping?

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namechangedaily · 04/11/2021 06:35

My little girl is almost 7 weeks. When she born born I have severe PND so I gave up breastfeeding. Now I'm feeling a little better I'd really like to give it a go again.
Is that even possible? If I squeeze my breast some milk does come out, but how do I go about trying again?

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PanicBuyingSprouts · 04/11/2021 19:48

Yes you can but it will require a lot of time and patience. The usual advice is to seek the support if a local BFC, do you have a local LLL that could help?

This article on relactating might be useful as well Smile

October2020 · 04/11/2021 19:49

Yes but you need someone to support you. Contact the people suggested above. You can do it, your body is Miraculous!

cannotmakemymindup · 04/11/2021 19:49

If it's less than 6 weeks since you stopped you'll still have milk but definitely get in touch with breastfeeding network or similar for assistance.

clarepetal · 04/11/2021 20:00

Yes. I did it,just give it a try x

iloverunningslow · 04/11/2021 20:52

Look up Lucy Ruddle and her book on relactation. She has good info on her social media too.

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