Breastfeeding

So this is my second pregnancy and I’m scared to even try to breastfeed with my first i struggled for 2 weeks going to lactation therapy and everything then stopped producing after 2 weeks of my daughter being born it caused me to be depressed and stressed. I’ve talked to my husband but still feel lost should I even try and put my mental and physical health through it again or just accept that it’s not gonna happen and find other ways to bond with my daughter like I did my first? Would I be a bad mom if I don’t try?

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I would say take it easy and still try. Don't overthink it because you know, in fact, there are more ways to bond with a baby. I had the same problem with my first son. I was unable to produce milk and decided to give up but now 8 years later I'm pregnant again and I'm willing to give it a second chance. I have been eating right and just started back working out so hopefully my milk supply will start to flow perfectly when my second boy gets here in 3 weeks. Take it easy momma you got this.

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I agree with Kiana. If you do want to try, go for it! But, try not to put so much pressure on yourself. Of course you'll still bond with your baby if it doesn't work out. If you feel like the toll on your mental health is too much, then you are definitely not a failure for turning to formula.

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It doesn’t make you a bad mom if you don’t try. A mentally healthy mama is just as important for baby! I’ve even heard of some people have formula on hand in case producing milk is difficult, so you don’t feel as much pressure. Or exclusively pumping if latching is an issue. Just do what feels right for you and your baby! No need to feel guilty ❤️

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I’ve read that moms that had trouble producing with their first typically found their second to be easier! Muscle memory I guess? You could try, with no pressure! Stock up on formula regardless and if it works, it works.. if it doesn’t, that’s okay too!

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