Hi,
A mother in our LLL group had some unusual difficulties both with PPD and
breastfeeding difficulties.  Her case is a bit complicated, and she is
looking for anyone who might give her any insights or avenues to try.  Here
is her case taken from a letter she sent last week:
Jan '94 she miscarried at 7 weeks, suffered extreme cramping into March '94
which was 4 weeks into next pregnancy.
Pregnancy normal except she felt highly emotional ("like heavy PMS") as well
as zero breast changes. Baby borth 3 weeks early, vaginal birth with pitocin.
 Baby had weak suck, when milk came in she had low supply.  She then
experienced severe PPD (suicidal), with insomnia and extreme tension.  Blood
work 2 mos PP showed all hormonal levels normal.  Two tests since have shown
same.  She nursed for 26 mos using SNS and baby is thriving.
She was then diagnosed with arrested breast development, strong asymmetry and
small breasts.
Last month Saliva tests show her hormones are at menopausal levels.  She is
33 yrs.  This mother would love to have another baby, but is terrified it
will be a repeat.  She says she has started hormonal therapy, although she
does not state what she is doing. Any ideas, comments or suggestions would be
greatly appreciated.
While we are on this subject, I would love to hear suggestions on helping
mothers with PPD.
Thanks!
Kari Miller, LLL CO/WY APL