Tips for breastfeeding our second baby?

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I breast fed our first son for 9 nine months but I ALWAYS had trouble with my milk supply. I don't know if that's just because I was doing it wrong or because little man was a snacker and wanted a little bit every 1-1.5 hours. I have the opportunity to buy a pump this time around. Would that help? Any general tips. I'm due in about 8 weeks and freaking out lol!

Update:

Thanks guys. I just figured that because he never stayed on the breast long and was always feeding that it was MY fault! Thank you!

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

I agree with grgvr.
Breastfed babies will eat every 1.5-2 hours.
That's just what they do. My breastfed 9 month old will breastfeed, eat some solids, come back for a drink of breast milk to wash it down, and intermittently "snack" for 2-3 minutes every 30 minutes of play.
That's not because I have supply issues, it's because I'm there and close to him and he doesn't have to rely on having to take in large amounts in a bottle.

Just sayin'. It's normal.
Ditch the pump unless you need to go to work.

Ellen · Answer

Most mothers have a very different experience breastfeeding a second baby.  Your milk will be in earlier than with the first, and will likely be more plentiful.  And you will not have much extra time to use a pump after breastfeeding.  Just relax and expect to have an easier time this time around.  If you want to prepare, go to prenatal breastfeeding education class, and find a lactation consultant or an accredited volunteer from La leche League or other breastfeeding organization.. If you would like to, you can attend breastfeeding support meetings now with either of those organizations.  Your older child will also be welcomed.

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What made you think you had low supply the first time?

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