Breastfeeding journey coming to an end

I’ve been bf for 6 months and my supply is surely drying up. I pump for 20 minutes like 6-8 times a day (and I hate pumping) and only get 2 oz each time. I’ve had to supplement with formula. The thought of pumping more often makes me sick. I’ve been taking lactation supplements, drinking a ton of water, trying to rest but that’s not going well. I have had a decent amount of stress in my life recently as my boyfriend has been having dental issues and recently had some traumatic dental work done that has put his help with baby/household tasks on hold. I’ve been taking care of everyone and barely able to take any time for myself. I’m feeling pretty depressed to say the least.

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Stress takes a huge toll on supply! But just because you’re only pumping 2oz at a time doesn’t mean that’s all your making because pumps aren’t the same as feeding a pump is supposed to “mimic” baby but none of them are anywhere close to the same as baby. I’ve also had to supplement with formula, I was too stressed out and every time I pumped I didn’t pump a single drop and I got so mad at myself because my body wasn’t doing what it was meant to do honestly I broke down so bad I called my mom to come take my baby because I didn’t think I was good enough to take care of him because my body was failing both of us. Best advice I can give is if you have someone else to help you out maybe take little one just for a an hour or so to give you a break, take a nap, get some things done around the house it will help and if not I personally wait until I get my little one down for the night and drink a beer the barley and hops in it helps milk production. You’re doing great momma!

Reglan was a big help for me and more milk plus

I stopped breast feeding at 6 months too because my husband left and it was too much to do on my own with pumping and all, so I stopped and gave formula. So no shame if you feel that’s what you need to do!

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