tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2770878099364488870.post6488436510146331980..comments2019-11-18T20:47:08.433-05:00Comments on Knitty Bitch...when needles attack...: For Times Like TheseUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2770878099364488870.post-60253594031482291212009-07-30T09:39:23.717-04:002009-07-30T09:39:23.717-04:00Hmm, I never even thought to recommend nipple shie...Hmm, I never even thought to recommend nipple shields for your situation. The silicone kind, I mean. I know they're used for babies who don't have a good latch, but it seems to me that they'd be helpful for a strong latch that does damage, too. I think you can get them at Babies R Us, although they're hard to find. Our lactation consultant gave us a couple at the hospital so I'd be willing to bet your LC would too.<br /><br />And if he goes on formula, he goes on formula. Like you said on my blog; the most important work for the breastmilk is done, and he had it when he needed it most. Essie is THRIVING on formula now, so I don't doubt Riley would too. (We buy the President's Choice brand; it's ten bucks cheaper and is exactly the same thing as the pricier stuff.)<br /><br />And hooray for seeing the funny side of things! I know just what you mean about it being easier when they're home. :)Keltiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02685933693100656319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2770878099364488870.post-49675527513215212902009-07-30T08:55:55.728-04:002009-07-30T08:55:55.728-04:00Ok, that thought (the hold your breath one) never ...Ok, that thought (the hold your breath one) never even occurred to me, and I must say that I sat here laffing for about 5 minutes solid when I read it. Since he has come home, it is easier to see the funny side in things.<br /><br />And, a friend of mine has actually recommended getting silk shields to help with his oh so strong latch. If those don't work, I am thinking I might have to look at putting him on formula. Darn kidlings!KnittyBitchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06861682411145207666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2770878099364488870.post-76851303077365093622009-07-29T13:41:14.036-04:002009-07-29T13:41:14.036-04:00OK, so I'm reading your woes about breastfeedi...OK, so I'm reading your woes about breastfeeding and I'm actually laughing, but in a rueful, groaning kind of way. It's so opposite what Essie and I went through in that she wouldn't latch at ALL. These kids, man. Sorry to hear about having to pump, still. I know exactly how much that sucks!<br /><br />The head control and hand control must be a preemie thing since they have more time to develop them than full-termers. I've noticed the same thing about Ess with the head, and I remember reading about how during Kangaroo Care that Riley would fuss until he found his own position, just like she did.<br /><br />Crossing my fingers for you at the upcoming 48 hour off-oxygen trial! I was going to say 'holding my breath' but it seemed wrong!Keltiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02685933693100656319noreply@blogger.com