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What to buy if I plan on ebf? Confused

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JellyBean89 · 04/12/2017 11:31

Hi,
I am due in about 9 weeks and plan to ebf or pump if it doesn’t work. I tried reading around but got so confused, so I just have a few questions.

Did you buy a pump and start pumping straight away?
Did you take sterilised bottles with you to the hospital in case baby wouldn’t latch on?
Did you take formula with you in case you couldn’t bf?

A lot of the bottle/steriliser kits are currently on sale, but I’m not sure if I should buy it just in case. If I don’t use them It will be a substantial amount of money wasted.

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HebeMumsnet · 05/12/2017 09:26

I wouldn't buy a pump just yet. You probably want to leave it until about week six so your supply is properly established and the baby doesn't get confused by an array of 'servingware' on offer. Wink Mind you, plenty of people mix bottles and breast from the start with no problems, too... I'd maybe buy one bottle and a bottle of Milton for peace of mind and you can always hand express. Then, if you decide to use bottles later, or a pump, you can always get them then. I remember having genuinely forgotten that the shops would remain open after my due date ! In my mind it was like Christmas and you had to lay in enough of everything for a siege, but your partner can always pop out for stuff and the hospital will be able to help with anything you need when you're there I'd think.

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