Day 8, too late to breast feed?

[Jenny1231990]

Hi all, my 3rd baby is now 8days old,I gave her SMA when born as wasn't sure I wanted to breast feed, people put me off, I've noticed she's been quite groggy the last few days but midwife said that it was normal, her nappys are terrible too.
In the evenings I've tried giving her a feed from me, but just feel like I'm not doing something quite right, I'm finding it hard to keep her latched on, maybe that's because she is used to the bottles now? Have I ruined any chance of feeding her myself?
I am willing to express also, the last 2 days she's been sick after each bottle so I don't think the formula is agreeing with her somehow anyway.

I just wish I hadn't left it so late I'm annoyed at myself. Can I express into her clean sterilised bottles and store in the fridge? If I can how long for? Will I get more milk back if I start expressing straight away? I've tried her on me and she cried, even though there was milk.
Sorry for the essay. Please help x

[Jenny1231990]

I managed just under another oz last night and she had it from her bottle along with what I managed the night before. I'm pleased she actually drank it as she still won't really from me.
Will keep at it though, my OH is very helpful and supportive which is lucky.

[Jenny1231990]

Thank you all. Well today she has been quite sick after every bottle of formula. Not a little. Loads. So has seemed constantly hungry. I cuddled up and she was snuggling into my chest so I offered and she latched on no problem. It seemed to just click, wasn't for long and not sure how much she got from it. I'm just abit worried now as formula makes her ill but I'm not able to produce enough to keep her satisfied. X

[WellErrr]

Well done!!

Just keep going, get her latched on as often as possible, drink lots of water and your supply will soon increase.

[myyoungadultdaughterworries1]

How's things?
Whatever happens you know - it's going to be fabulous with your daughter!!