Do you plan to breast feed?

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Ive been posting so many questions lately lol I know I can’t help it! The latest is- aside from wondering if I need one or 2 diaper bags for the twins (🤣) Im wondering about breast feeding. I have such a strong desire to breast feed my babies. Im wondering if there’s anything prenatally I can do to prepare my body for a healthy milk supply? None of my friends or family chose to breast feed so I have literally nobody to relate to & the few people I have discussed this with basically all said to prepare to use formula because breastfeeding twins will be too high of a demand and blah blah... Anyway, it means alot to me & the thought of being unable to does make me really sad & emotional.. 🥺 anyone else hoping/preparing to breast feed?

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I fully planned to breast feed my first born and was shocked that no one ever warned me how hard it is, and that I might not be able to do it.  I tried, really hard. Met with so many lactation nurses,  tried all the cookies and teas, but my milk never came in. It got to the point my baby was miserable and losing too much weight because he wasn't getting enough milk. My son's pediatrician was the first to suggest formula, and told me that it's okay, and that breast feeding doesn't work out for everyone. I felt like such a failure,  and it took a toll on my mental health in those early days of motherhood. Out of all the things I went through, birth, labor and delivery, I never expected breast feeding to be my hardest thing. 
Now that I'm pregnant with my 2nd, I plan to try to breastfeed again, but will not push it like I did the first time.
Do what you feel comfortable with, and know that it's okay which every way you choose to feed baby!

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I plan to for sure! My close friend is still breastfeeding her 9 month old right now so she has given me a lot of advice she's one of the only people I know too that have stuck it out. She said if you can get through the first 2 months then it gets a lot easier. She said at the beginning it really is about your mental strength to get through it. Lots of water and snacks, I've already started a Pinterest board for good foods for breastfeeding. A good pump at the beginning will help your supply you should qualify through your insurance for one - I've also read some women renting a hospital grade pump at the beginning because they are stronger . If you're having trouble there's a lot of resources too- like lactation consultant and all that. If you set your mind to it, you can do anything! 💜

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No. I’ll pump when I can and use formula. 
Personally, breastfeeding makes me uncomfortable (my own body, I don’t care what others do) and I’m going to have a 2 year old, a 1 year old, and a newborn so I’m not going to put any pressure on myself for pumping either.

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I breastfed my first for a year and a half and it was the best experience of my life, and I certainly want to try to make it work for my second as well. The connection you make with the baby is indescribable. Though as said earlier, the first 2ish months are the hardest by far! Your nipples will hurt like hell and you may dread everytime you have to do it. But then something just sorta... clicks. 
ALSO! I have not had twins, but my bubs was a VERY active feeder and my flow very much so adjusted to his needs, despite my having very small breasts to start. Lol. I went up well over 3 cup sizes hah. (My husband loved it xP ) Just make sure to keep yourself well hydrated, and all should be good. Best of luck momma!

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Not sure about before babies come but once they’re here you can try different things such as lactation cookies, mother’s milk tea, and seating plenty hydrated to boost supply.  Talk to your OB and she can probably give you contacts for lactation specialists and/or breastfeeding support groups.  Every women is different and sometimes you can do everything right and the supply just isn’t there.  With my first I was an over producer and definitely made enough for two babies so its possible.  Even if you have to supplement with formula some breast milk is better then none and I also fully believe that at the end of the day a fed baby is a happy baby.  Good luck!

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I did for 13 months. There are so many supportive pages on Instagram to follow with info and courses. My husband and I went to a breastfeeding course offered by some local doulas while I was pregnant - helped ease some fears and anxiety I was having. My daughter was born at 35 wks and had latching issues so we opted to finger feed rather than bottle, then nipple shield then she finally started latching around a month old. Lots of trips to my local breast feeding clinic. There's so much info out there I'm sure you can find some extra advice for breastfeeding twins

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I am still nursing my almost 22 month old! The best thing to do is after delivery make sure you stay hydrated and eat WELL!

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I absolutely hated breastfeeding so I don’t have any advice, but my friend breastfed her twin boys until they were 8 months old. She did supplement with formula when needed, but they were primarily fed breastmilk. You can do it! 💗

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I did with my first and plan to with my second. I didn’t really prep too much just after the fact to help with supply. I made a snack basket near where I would be feeding my LO and got an insulated water bottle with a straw. You will be surprised how thirsty you are while breast feeding. The more water you drink the more milk you will have. All your calories get turned into milk. Also as much skin to skin as possible, even if you end up pumping which I needed to do. Another thing is to make sure you have comfortable nursing clothes. It took me a while to find the bras and tanks that worked for me and find ways to prepare mentally. I listen to podcasts or soothing music because it will take a huge toll on you in ways you don’t expect. I’m not trying to scare you I promise!! I just wasn’t prepared and no one I really know EBF so I wasn’t sure what to do. It does take time, my LO never latched and it became very traumatic for both of us so I switched to exclusively pumping and do that every 2-3 hours and eventually went up to 4 hours as my Lo got older. Feel free to msg me if you have questions! And try to remember your supply is usually supply and demand and a fed baby is a happy baby! So whatever you do is all you and your babies need!!! I also ended up getting supplements and stuff to help maintain my supply when I went back to work. If you need recommendations let me know and good luck!!

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I hope that if I fall pregnant I will breast feed but I don’t think you can hold yourself to it . It all depends on the amount you can produce and if you can take the pain. Good luck to you and your twins , you are very blessed .

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