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Are these signs that she isnt feeing well?

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My girl was born on the 22nd, she took to the breast right away, seems to be nursing well, but I still stress about it. She is having heavier wet diapers, has the right amount of "BM's".

I dont leak from the other breast when she is nursing. Is that bad?

During some meals it feels like she nursing forever, so does that mean she isnt getting milk?

During some feedings it is obvious she is getting alot of milk, you hear her swolling hard, but not every feeding.

There are some times when I know she doesnt latch on good (the pain in the nipple) and other times it isnt a problem. Is it normal if she isnt even a week yet to still be learning how to latch properly or is it my fault?

I am so stressed out about it right now, I dont want to break down and feed her formula but I dont want to starve her! HELP...
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Can you take her in for a weight check at the pediatrician? When I went to see the lactation consultants at the hospital (after I had gone home) they always weighed my babies and were very honest about it - told me I had to supplement with formula temporarily with my first son because he had lost so much weight. Good luck!
starflower
starflower
It is totally normal for your baby to still be learning at one week of age. It is also normal for you to be still be learning her style and what works for the two of you at this age too. So stop stressing and beating yourself up. You are doing a great job.

If you think she isn't latched properly, then insert your finger in the corner of her mouth to break the seal and make her latch on again.

As far as leaking from the other side, it isn't necessary and it is even bothersome. So if it isn't happening, don't worry.

I have nursed three sons and I can help anytime you need it, just email me. Hugs, Fern
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Babies of any age may not latch on properly the first time offered the nipple....they get hungry and over zealous. And sometimes we just offer it wrong or they arent in a good position. But dont worry, its absolutly normal. And as long as she continues to have wet diapers she is doing fine. You can call a lactation consultant they can be a ton of help.
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