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My doula said breastfeeding tends to be a little easier in subsequent pregnancies (and that did end up being true for me). Might be partially experience, but also milk comes in faster and it’s easier to get a good supply, all else being equal. I would be optimistic! Also review feeding positions, get a good boppy, and have your new breastpump or at least new parts set up.
This. My second go and around was easier (I had to EP with #1 after many issues), but I did struggle in the beginning with getting baby to latch properly. What worked was getting help from a lactation consultant early (literally day after I was discharged). but my supply was better this time round and the milk came in early.
Work with a lactation consultant so they can guide you and help troubleshoot any specific issues. For supply, drink TONS of liquids and eat lots of snacks and meals that are nutritious and help support your body’s demand for calories. For clogged ducts, it sucks but the best solution is to keep nursing and warm compress and a mild pain reliever like Advil.
Thank you ladies! I definitely feel more aware of the issues to look for this time. Fingers crossed it will work much better this time.
At the hospital, let baby stay latched for however long they want (may be 45 minutes!). This was my #1 mistake with #1 I think, trying to accommodate visitors etc.
I had a mantra the first couple months that I had one job - feed the baby.
I did other stuff of course, but it did help prioritize if things got difficult.
At the hospital have a nurse or lactation consultant come in every time you nurse! It’s free and they help you figure out tips and tricks. Our hospital had a lactation consultant available 24/7 and all the nurses were trained in breastfeeding.