Before the bath...(I woke him up because he slept for 5 hours...he needed to be fed)
After the 15 minute ordeal...
It wasn't long enough before he fell asleep...
Sprawled out for another nap...(he got mad when I moved him to eat...*sigh*)Earlier today, Jacob was grunting quite a bit and I thought maybe I should pick him up and hopefully that would ease the gas pains. Well, before I could pick him up all the way, he vomitted. Since I was moving him up towards me, the spit up splashed all over his face and up toward his forehead. I quickly picked up a blanket and tried to wipe it off before it got into his eyes and nose...he got startled and screamed the loudest scream I've ever heard...poor guy. I felt bad so I thought maybe a bath would do some good. So, I got his tub all ready and the water was just right...soap on hand and bath towel readily available. Everything was perfect...so I thought. A second after putting him down in the tub, he peed in the water. I thought to myself...would it be bad if I bathed him in his pee water or would it be okay...I was seriously debating this...I mean it took me a while to get everything ready and if I put him down to do it all over again, he would be angry! Quickly, I decided to put him in the sink...hoping he'd fit perfectly. Well, he has strong legs and he pushed hard enough for me to almost lose my grip so that didn't work...so I thought, hmm...maybe our big bath tub would work. It took forever to calm him down and give him a good clean bath. My clothes was soaken wet by the time I finished and my hair was all over my face...it...was...not...fun...at least for me...I had a really hard time and wished I had two extra set of hands! Anyway, after 15 minutes, Jacob got a good clean bath. I took a deep breath and thought maybe he'll relax while I put on his clothes and feed him. That was not the case...I tried squeezing his arm into one of his cute newborn outfits and let's just say that it was a big mistake. He was not a happy camper! After I finished, he fell asleep on the changing table. I added more stress when I moved him so he could eat. I think he thought he was being handled by a stranger because this person would not leave him alone! Anway, he didn't finish his bottle and gave up half way. Today was a rough day...can't wait til Jeremiah comes home!
And to make matters worse, I am not getting as much breastmilk as I used to (Used to get 3-5 oz, now I only get 1 oz. if I'm lucky). I'm totally stressed out about it because I know how important it is for Jacob's growth, especially during this winter time and flu season. I'm pumping every 2-3 hours, putting Jacob to the nipple, taking fenugreek, and continuing my multivitamins...what else can I do? I need some help!!!!
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Wow... you had quite a day. I hope you will be able to look back on it and chuckle on day.
When I was pumping when Will was in the NICU I started taking More Milk Special Blend from Motherlove. It is an herbal supplement that the Kaiser Lactation Consultant recommended. Locally there was only one place that I remember selling it and it was in Stockton.
Here is a link to the Motherlove site.
http://www.motherlove.com/product_more_milk_special.php
It tastes terrible, you can mix it with water or just place a few drops under your tonge... but nonetheless it works!
Non-alcoholic beer - it's the yeast and the hops. Trust me, it works.
Get plenty of rest (nap everytime the baby does if possible) and drink LOTS of water. I used to get a big glass every time I sat down to nurse. Sounds too simple, but it really does make all the difference.
There is a tea available at most health food stores. I have heard it works. Stress will have a huge impact on your ability to let down. I also agree with the drinking enough fluids. He is getting so big. Good luck!
Liquid certainly helps. But I notice that when I eat red meat...I get engorged...weird, but it does! Also, with Jacob sleeping that long...my nurses suggest that Eli not sleep more than 3 hours without feeding. What I did, because Ididn't want to disturb his feeding was express it in a bottle and gave it to him while he's sleeping. I didn't wake him and he slept longer.
Sopha:
I have never had a premature baby, but Jacob is now past his due date and you have written that is iron level is fine now. My pediatrician always told me to learn my baby's language; they will let you know when they are hungry, tired or just need love! I was told never to wake my baby to feed them.....I would give your doctor a call and see what he says. As to the breast feeding.....I agree with the others; drink plenty of liquids and relax! Enjoy Jacob and Jeremiah and this wonderful time in your life!
PS This is my own opinion: A little "pee" in the bath tub never hurt anyone.....and that won't be the last time Jacob pulls that stunt! :-)
Sweet little Jacob! Sometimes the littlest job turns into a huge production! But it sounds like you are up for all the challenges.
WOW! a lot has happened since i visited your blog... Sounds like you have a fun day ha... at least when you look back after a long day of rest (if you get one soon) you'll realized you did everything you could for the both of you. As for the breast milk, more fluids always work, pump as much as you can and most importantly is to have Jacob on your breast as much as possible. I don't know if he's taking it directly from you or you pump in a bottle for him, but having him on your breasts help stimulate your brain to tell your body to make more milk. Sort of like supply and demand kind of thing. I have a super hard time with my first one and didn't get enough support for breast feeding i ended up giving up after trying for 3 wks. With Miles the first 2 weeks was painful... after that it's a breeze. It's been 5 months now and when i pump at work i only get 8oz a day for his meal the next day and that's pumping twice a day. don't give up it's gonna work out some how. Sorry this comment is a little too long.. Good Luck!
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