More success with second baby?

Question

Hi!  My little one is due in June. I had problems with low supply the first time around with my girl, which eventually led to exclusive formula around 3 months. Wondering if anyone that had trouble with their first went on to have better success with their second?  Anything you did different you found worked?  I have many breast cysts and fibroids,  not sure if it’s a mechanical thing or what.

Answer

My first baby couldn’t figure out how to latch well so I pumped and did formula for four months and then exclusively did formula. My daughter was born 19 months after him and nursed exclusively like a champ for 13 months. It was rough for about four months with her because I had an oversupply and it was painful until it regulated. I’m hoping my third baby will cooperate when she’s here in late June.

Answer

1st baby I had a low supply- had to supplement from day 1 and eventually he was exclusively formula fed by 5.5 months. Second baby I’m producing way more which is enough to feed her without formula. Not doing anything differently but I did hear you make more after your first 🤷🏻‍♀️

Answer

I had trouble with my first and dried up around 4.5 months. With my second, he was ebf for over a year. I was so anxious about supply with my first that I think that contributed to my issues. Also I was a lot thinner and wasn’t eating or drinking enough to maintain a healthy supply I think. 
My attitude and approach with my second was a lot more laid back in the sense that I would do my best but not freak out or cry if I had to fall back on formula. He was also averse to bottle feeding which my first wasn’t. 
I’m due with my third any day now and honestly, who knows what will happen. My son has not been weaned long but every baby is different and whatever happens happens. 
Fed is best! Try and have an open mind and enjoy your baby :) I think things will just progress naturally. Good luck!

More success with second baby?

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