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Questions for a Friend

Feb 11, 2008 20:45

Ladies, can any of you offer advice or insight? I've done my best, but extra eyes and voices are always appreciated.

My best friend had her daughter last week Monday, by C-Section. I've been trying to check in with her regularly to offer some support regarding nursing. I sent her a note today offering to answer any questions she may have. ( Read more... )

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marisa724 February 12 2008, 02:05:42 UTC

Pumping the right side *may* help her heal, and some LCs would recommend some of that (at least, maybe alternating feedings/pumpings)... BUT I would absolutely tell her she needs to see someone in person to help her with latch. Maybe a hospital LC if she had one there, or LLL Leader, or private LC (sometimes insurance will cover a postpartum visit, esp. if there is a problem).

She's right, the tip shouldn't be involved really at all (it should be back further in the mouth) so that makes me think that she's got a 'working' latch but not a 'good' one, and that she will a) likely continue to have trouble with pain/damage as she continues on and b) perhaps see some slow gaining since her baby is not nursing as efficiently as possible. Unfortunately latch is a terrible thing to try to help with over email. :)

Otherwise I like everything you told her. Maybe help her find someone to talk to in her area?

ausi2b February 12 2008, 02:27:43 UTC

Also remind her to switch positions to see if that is more comfortable for her. When I had a c/s the only comfortable position for me was the football hold. If she is trying to avoid the baby laying on her incision, she may not be able to get a deep enough latch. But I agree with Marisa to have her see an LC if she can.

boilermaker98 February 12 2008, 02:48:34 UTC

As pp said, it sounds to me like she has a not so great latch and should have it checked. If she has a "nipple feeder", it is relatively easy to fix with careful watch over the latch.

Also, for bad nipple pain, she might want to try soothie breast pads. They are $$ and not really reusable, but you can put them in the fridge for a little extra coolness and relief.

Best of luck to your friend.