Kerrie,

A couple of years ago I worked with a mom who breastfed her twins nearly
exclusively for several months from only one breast (post mastectomy). I
exclusively breastfed my twins for 9 months, one on each breast. I recognize
that this is anecdotal evidence only, but I see no reason why she could not
exclusively breastfeed one baby on one breast....

Joan
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Joan MacNeil, RN, PNC(C), BScN, IBCLC but much more importantly ..... MOM
to: Kyla (11 3/4), Connor (9), Aidan & Erin (twins, 4) and Keigan (5 days
old - formerly known as Baby Beluga)
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Breastmilk - its more than just a meal !

-----Original Message-----
From: Kerrie Conway [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: 12-May-01 19:02
Subject: Breastfeeding after a Mastectomy


Hello!
I had a mom contact the office the other day who had 1 breast removed due
to cancer about 5 years ago.  The other breast is intact and has not been
altered in any way.  She REALLY wants to breastfeed and is due at the end of
June and realizes that it IS possible to breastfeed from just one side.
What she wanted to know is what type of success can she expect?  Has anyone
worked with any moms who have had similar situations?  How long were they
able to exclusively BF from just 1 breast?  Is this just a situation where
we should just follow mom & baby closely and wait and see? I searched the
archives w/o much success on this subject.  Any input would be greatly
appreciated!  Thanks!
Best Regards,
Kerrie Conway, LC Intern, LLL Leader, WIC Volunteer

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