I'm 3 weeks postpartum with baby #3. First breastfed (previous were breastfed via bottle due to severe tongue ties).
For the last 13 days he's been glued to me. I'm not exaggerating that, he absolutely won't be put down or away from the boob. I spoke to my health visitor who said he's likely not getting enough milk, yet goes through 15-20 nappies per day. And VERY wet and dirty ones, as most of the time if I'm not changing him hourly he soaks through. She's recommended I start supplementing formula which I don't feel is necessary. On his day 5 appointment with the midwife he had gone from 5.9lbs to 6.4lbs and is now fitting into 3-6 month clothes so I'm definitely not concerned about him not gaining weight. But it's the fact he will scream until I feed him, and he's up for hours a time. He won't nap for longer than half an hour, but only if I'm side laying to feed him otherwise he won't sleep at all. As soon as I move he's wide awake again. I know cluster feeding is draining but my health visitor says it's only supposed to last for a few days. She's made me another appointment with the midwife to make sure everything is OK but I know they'll just suggest formula top ups or that he's not getting enough. The usual stuff.
Has anyone else been through this and when does it get better? I have a high needs toddler to look after also, so being confined to the bed or sofa for weeks on end isn't going to work for us, as much as I've been longing for a successful feeding journey..