Options if you’re unable to produce milk?

Question

Just curious some alternatives to breast feeding. I’m 35 weeks and have looked forward to breastfeeding since I got my bfp. My friend just had her baby 3 weeks ago and she isn’t producing enough milk for her. She’s tried body armor and oatmeal and all the dietary changes doctors recommended and now has to put her baby on formula. I didn’t want to apply for wic because I knew I wouldn’t be purchasing formula. Now I’m stressed because I’m thinking about what I’m supposed to do if that happens to me. Would I be able to apply for wic later if this happens or what are some alternatives.

Answer

Yes, you are able to apply for wic at any time from pregnancy until age 5. The best thing you can do for establishing good milk supply is to put the baby to your breast every time baby needs to feed. At least for the first 6 weeks. At birth a babies stomach is only about the size of a grape. They will eat very little, but more often.

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Not sure about the wic but I would definitely give your body a chance before you freak out. I was worried about the same thing before my baby was born, but shes doing great now. If you do find yourself with real supply issues after the first week, you can look into finding donor milk in your area

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It’s incredibly unlikely that you won’t produce enough milk - hits latch baby, nurse on demand and you should be fine.
Most people are told they’re not producing enough but its lack of knowledge - do your research, get proper advice

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The best thing you can do is get in touch with a great IBCLC before baby is born!

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You can use Wic till baby is 5 but you can get food for yourself with Wic right now

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Wic is an option. As well as finding a breast milk donor.

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You can apply now and get food for yourself. If you breastfeed you still get food for yourself and then baby food once your little turns 6 months. You can wait and apply later if you want also.

Options if you’re unable to produce milk?

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