Before I got knocked up I really didn't know much about pregnancy. Actually, not sure I know much now either! But one of the things I thought happened during pregnancy was your TaTas filled up and became these huge jugs of milk. Thinking, they'll need to serve a real purpose now besides for Hubby's entertainment.
WRONG!!! Or at least not with mine.
Sure they've grown a little bit, but I thought I'd need two wheel barrels to put them in and push them around.
Mama's milk is the best source of nutrients for a baby AND is packed with substances that help a baby fight illness. There are also great benefits to the mother in fighting some cancers. Etc., Etc., Etc.
You can read all about it here:
American Academy of Pediatrics
Womenshealth.gov
I plan on nursing 'TLC' or I hope to... if I can.
But looking down at my food source, I'm not sure 'TLC' will have enough for one meal.
I mentioned it to a few mothers and they all said, not to worry, the breasts fill in with milk a few days AFTER childbirth.
uuuum, excuse me, pardon me, uuuuum, I have to ask...but....what am I supposed to feed The Little Critter the first couple of days???
There will be plenty of breast milk for a baby.
ReplyDeleteIn the hospital someone will show you how to feed and positioning.
It will come naturally.
Colostrum! That is all the critter will need. I never had to give my kids a drop of formula.
ReplyDeleteNot to fear- colostrum is thick, yellowish, oily feeling, super-duper nutrient fortified (sounds tasty huh?). It took me three days of nursing before the actual milk came in. Most hospitals have lactation specialists that help you with and explain the entire process. Definitely take advantage of them while you can. Those broads really know what they're doing.
ReplyDelete- Olivia's Servant
Stephanie, throughout my pregnancy, you have been a wealth of information.
ReplyDeleteTHANKS!!!
Last time I saw you, I suggested what you should do with the vast knowledge you have in childbirth. GO FOR IT!
We met the lactation specialist at the hospital when we took the tour and I know she or a nurse will be on hand for guidance.
ReplyDeleteIt's kinda odd, I don't know what to do with these puppies.