I had a good friend who had a lump removed when she was a teen.  Years 
later, she went on to nurse six children, all singles, on the other 
breast.  The one breast produced more than sufficient milk for her 
children, even when she was tandem nursing two children, something she 
did twice.  The breast that had surgery produced a tiny amount, but she 
just found it easier to nurse on the one side. Her children weaned 
between 2 1/2 and 4 years of age.  So it's very possible.

I also knew of a woman who had triplets who nursed all three until well 
past todderhood with no artificial baby milk, no help from other donated 
milk and no bottles. 

Joylyn Souter

Catherine Cracknell wrote:

>Hello, my name is Cathy.  I am a nursing student in Indianapolis, IN.  I am 
>posting this question to gain a better knowledge of breastfeeding with only 
>one breast.  I am currently in my OB clinical rotation. I want to  to know if it is 
>possible for a nursing mother to be able to provide adequate nutrition to her 
>newborn with only one breast?  The research I have read thus far, states that 
>yes, it is possible.  Any supporting information would be greatly appreciated.  
>This is of special interest to me, being that I have come into contact with a 
>pregnant woman who underwent a radical mastectomy prior to this 
>pregnancy.  
>                          Cathy Cracknell ITNS
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