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[quote=Anonymous]The first two months were very difficult for me. My baby was also a frequent/ long feeder and needed the nipple shield for a few months; and could only latch well on one side. I pumped the other and when she was a bit bigger she could latch on both sides. The good part was that I could pump for bottles this way. But it was a lot. I used a haaka and pumped between  some feedings as needed. The first few months for us were very boob specific lol

I’m not sure if breastfeeding groups are meeting right now, but look for one. Ask your LC if they know of any near you. In person peer support helped me so much. No one on my family had ever nursed and my partner while supportive could only see my exhaustion. Which was also due to having a newborn.  Being able to connect with someone in the same stage as you helps so much. I would even try an online group if you cannot find it are uncomfortable with an in person meeting. And if you are not doing so already, as husband to start giving pumped bottles to baby. It’s important he feels invoke in process- and please also help him understand not to chuck any partial bottles - there is a learning curve for everyone.

Best of luck. I hope today is easier. Make sure your getting a little personal time and shower each day. [/quote]

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