Permission to post:  Mom had HELLP syndrome and delivered early, vaginally, at 37 weeks.  Labor was quick and relatively easy.  Baby is now 14 days and has dropped from 6 lbs, 9 ounces to 6 pounds 2.3 ounces.  Mom is feeding about 10 times in a 24 hour period and supplementing with SNS after a few feedings with formula.  She is trying to watch for hunger cues.  We did a weight check today and after a vigorous feeding, both sides, baby only transferred .4 ounces.  

She is on her way to pick up a tincture of Goat's Rue and an electric pump with a plan to up the supply.  

Has anyone heard of a reason that HELLP would affect the milk supply permanently, or does she have a chance of it kicking in?  She is very healthy now, the swelling is almost gone, her bleeding is almost gone, she is eating and drinking well.  

 

Thanks for knowledge!

Kristi

Kristi R. Conroy, BA, IBCLC, RLC
www.passivedescent.com
Home Lactation Support
BLS CPR Instructor



 		 	   		  
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