Babies of that age often are so engrossed in the world around them that they are more interested in learning and playing rather than nursing. They are easily distractible. Most make up at night for hardly any nursing during the day. This, of course, can reduce the mother's milk supply. Could it be the case here?
Larisa Walk, RD, IBCLC
WIC
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Subject: Difficult case
This is my first time posting to this forum so please be gracious with me.
I have a 40 year old client who is six weeks postpartum with her 8th baby.
This is her second baby with our home birth practice.
She has had all unmediated uncomplicated births. Client had breastfed each of her babies 15-17 months, but around 5-7 months they get very skinny and it has happened sooner with each baby. She states that her supply plumets around this time with each child and happens sooner with each. The babies act hungry and cry constantly, including all night long and therefore she feels she needs to supplement. She did blessed thistle and fenugreek as well as a used hospital grade pump with the previous baby.
We have ruled out the obvious, the thyroid has been checked, discussed co-sleeping and parenting styles. What is peculiar to me is that it has gotten worse with each baby, rather than improving as would be expected. I realize I am probably missing many details, if you could provide any guidance I would appreciate it. I am hoping to stay ahead of the issue this time.
Thank you,
Gretchen Knight RN, CLC
Believe Midwifery Services
(p) 317-434-BABY (2229)
(f) 317-688-1080
www.believemidwiferyservices.com
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