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Topping up with formula.. how?

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MooreLew · 19/02/2021 19:59

Had breast surgery many years ago. Attempted to bf previously but ds would never latch. Ended up expressing milk for 7 months and topping up with formula. Only managed about 300ml a day expressing 10-12 times. I'm guessing I have a low supply due to surgery. I want to bf this time. How do I know how much formula to top up when I don't know how much bm baby is getting? Any tips?

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MooreLew · 19/02/2021 20:09

Sorry just realised infant feeding is best for this @

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AnnLouiseB · 19/02/2021 22:50

You may not need to top up with formula this time. If your baby is gaining weight and has plenty of wet nappies, you can assume they are getting enough from you.

If your baby doesn’t gain weight etc a health visitor can advise you on top ups. But you shouldn’t top up unless you absolutely have to, because it will cause your supply to drop. So worth seeing if your supply is enough this time first.

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