Breastfeeding query

You don't need a pump - your milk will come in on its own. Usually about 3 days after giving birth - until then your baby will be getting colostrum

I found the breast pump a bit un natural but I did use it a bit, it can be helpful. You will probably try lots of things, it’s a very in the moment process, best to take advice and try what’s best for you and baby as you go. Breastfeeding takes a while to establish and can be difficult, one of the main reasons people change to formula is when the breastfeeding is hardest before fully established, about 5weeks for me. I’m pleased I pushed through but at times wished I’d gone for formula. But then I have no idea what’s tricky about that too. Yes you will have colostrum after the birth, it’s a beautiful miracle our bodies are made to support our child, enjoy. And good luck ❤️

You'll just have your baby on the breast round the clock those first few days so hopefully won't need a pump and you can often loan a hospital grade one from the breastfeeding team if you find you do need one. Just ask for them to help you with the latch as much as possible. I didn't get the help I needed with my first, but I've been feeding my second for 15 months now and preferred it to mostly formula feeding my eldest - no stress over formula and bottles, taking them with you everywhere, making and cooling them down with a hungry crying baby, etc! The first few weeks are hard, but it gets much easier. Good luck!