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Jane Ossai
It is expected to resolve within some days. In other to relieve the engorgement, you can use pain killers, you can also apply some hot compress which can let out some milk for relief if it's too engorged but avoid squeezing. You can also wear firm bras
IT IS NEVER EASY TO WEAN BUT DON'T BE BLACKMAILED BY TEARS... TIME TO BE A TOUGH AND FIRM MUM. A baby who is crying and not eating needs to see a doctor preferably a Paediatrician
The milk will eventually dry up, please avoid squeezing it. And no it won't cause any disease.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months (no formula or other foods) and that breastfeeding continue for up to 2 years
It depends, Some babies are more interested in solid food than breast milk by 12 months, after they've tried a variety of foods and can drink from a cup.
It is advisable you see a paediatrician to review your baby.
When introducing complementary feeding you need to be patient and do it
gradually.
gradually.
I use cabbage leaf..it stops pain instantly and the flow of breast milk. Refrigerate and apply a leaf over your breast for 20mins.
I suspect you aren't latching him well. Always ensure that your nipple is directly into your baby's mouth.
You may need to see a Paediatrician for further evaluation to know why the baby is refusing to suck and how to help you further
Children have different bowel movements pattern which can also vary from time to time based on their diet.As long as the stools are NORMAL there is really no need to worry about the frequency.
The first step towards weaning your baby is introducing complementary foods alongside your breast milk around the age of six months. The weaning process continues until breast milk is completely replaced by other foods and drinks.
It stops naturally. it's supposed to be a gradual process. All you need to do is to stop or Skip a feeding. See what happens if you offer a bottle or cup of milk instead of nursing. You can substitute pumped breast milk, formula, or whole cow's milk (if your child is at least a year old). Reducing feedings one at a time over a period of weeks gives your child time to adjust. Then you can stop completely when you stop breastfeeding, milk production will stop in weeks. All the best
It is not okay to wean your baby at 7 months yet, it's too early.
You are encouraged to practice exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months and start complementary feeding after 6 months while you continue to breastfeed for as long as you can up to 2 years and beyond. That is the WHO recommendation and preached by all paediatricians for the wellbeing of our children. The sacrifice is worth it.
You are encouraged to practice exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months and start complementary feeding after 6 months while you continue to breastfeed for as long as you can up to 2 years and beyond. That is the WHO recommendation and preached by all paediatricians for the wellbeing of our children. The sacrifice is worth it.
Before you use cabbage leaves for engorged breasts, you want them to be cold. So, place a head of cabbage in the refrigerator. You can use green or red cabbage, but red cabbage is more likely to leave stains or discoloration behind on your nursing bra and breastfeeding clothing.
Once the head of cabbage is chilled, remove it from the refrigerator. Peel off the outer layer of leaves, and throw them away. Then, pull off two of the inner leaves and place the head of cabbage back into the refrigerator, so it will be ready the next time you need it.
Next, place the clean, cold cabbage leaves on your breasts. Wrap each leaf around each breast, but leave your nipples exposed. By keeping the cabbage off of your nipples, the skin around your nipples will stay dry and intact
Hold the cabbage leaves in place on your breasts the same way you would hold a cold compress. Or, you can wear a bra to keep the leaves in place for you. If you're worried about leaking, put a clean, dry breast pad over your nipple on top of the cabbage leaf to soak up the breast milk.
You can leave the cabbage leaves on your breasts for approximately 20 minutes or until they become warm. Then, remove them from your breasts.
Once the head of cabbage is chilled, remove it from the refrigerator. Peel off the outer layer of leaves, and throw them away. Then, pull off two of the inner leaves and place the head of cabbage back into the refrigerator, so it will be ready the next time you need it.
Next, place the clean, cold cabbage leaves on your breasts. Wrap each leaf around each breast, but leave your nipples exposed. By keeping the cabbage off of your nipples, the skin around your nipples will stay dry and intact
Hold the cabbage leaves in place on your breasts the same way you would hold a cold compress. Or, you can wear a bra to keep the leaves in place for you. If you're worried about leaking, put a clean, dry breast pad over your nipple on top of the cabbage leaf to soak up the breast milk.
You can leave the cabbage leaves on your breasts for approximately 20 minutes or until they become warm. Then, remove them from your breasts.
Kola Yetunde
Mother
No, you don't need any drug. It stops naturally. it's supposed to be a gradual process. All you need to do is to stop or Skip a feeding. See what happens if you offer a bottle or cup of milk instead of nursing. You can substitute pumped breast milk, formula, or whole cow's milk (if your child is at least a year old). Reducing feedings one at a time over a period of weeks gives your child time to adjust. Then you can stop completely when you stop breastfeeding, milk production will stop in weeks. All the best
Dr. Dara Abiodun
Medical Doctor
Skip a feeding. See what happens if you offer a bottle or cup of milk instead of nursing. You can substitute pumped breast milk, formula, or whole cow's milk (if your child is at least a year old). Reducing feedings one at a time over a period of weeks gives your child time to adjust.
Just continue breastfeeding as long as you're up to it. Just ensure you are healthy. Eat well and take your routine antenatal supplements. Also please ensure you have established complementary feeding with the child.