I’m breastfeeding for the first time and it’s HARD! I’m six weeks in and my son only recently started latching without a nipple shield. He was born almost three weeks early and somehow we couldn’t do it before. I’m so happy we persevered though. For everybody in doubt, don’t give up unless you want to, a lactation specialist will be able to help you. Take care!
Great tips! One thing I wasn’t aware of was cluster feeding! My baby girl latched on for 5 1/2 hours straight on day two. I was exhausted and in pain and she wouldn’t let go. My husband was my biggest support and my nursing consultant just kept reminding me this is what the baby wanted. This cluster feeding really helped me with my milk flow.
Right?! I just watched another woman breastfeeding, for educational purposes. I am pretty sure the woman forgot she had a baby latched on to her; she was too busy checking her makeup. There is a way to keep up with your appearance/care about makeup without coming across as superficial, and Susan accomplishes this brilliantly. I went off on a tangent there, but yeah, Susan is totally calming and comforting!
That’s some great info ! I have been exclusively pumping because my baby didn’t latch . I have some videos on that and will soon post about what not to go immediately after birth if you want your baby to latch ... What my Channel is all about! th-cam.com/video/ldCQDCtYwP0/w-d-xo.html
I feel like I got so lucky breastfeeding. He latched from the first time very successfully, and only had to apply nipple cream at the hospital (the cream they gave me) and never had any chafing or blisters or anything. I feel so thankful 🙏🏻
To all the breastfeeding mamas out their you have your own nipple cream, and that is your breast milk. Whenever your nipples are cracked just put some of your milk on your nipples. It saves money😉
Same, we use wide mouth mugs, and near boiling water. Just swirl it around every once and a while... in a few you’re good. Can be annoying when baby is only consolable by milk.
My husband figured out a great way to do this but in seconds. If you have a metal container (we use the pourer for frothing milk) and you place this in the water bath, the metal conducts the heat and warms the milk in about 10 seconds. Really helpful if the baby is crying and you want to hurry :)
This video was so helpful and relatable. It made me feel like I wasn’t alone in this journey. It gave me great insight on things I can do to improve my experience. Great video!!
instead of buying a milk warmer my mom and aunts would just boil hot water and put it in a tall container and put the milk bottle in it and let it sit and warm up to a good temp. saves money and is actually efficient.
I'd say..get one of those electric tea pots. It'll heat water fast, you can let his bottle sit in a container with hot water around it and enjoy a cup of tea as you wait. Win-win
I agree. You can just use hot tap water in a cup or thaw at room temperature too if you aren’t in a rush. Some babies prefer cool or room temp milk anyway.
Elizabeth Vaughn I’m updating it a little with my second who is due in a month! I’m for sure getting the Boppy Lounger again, gonna re-use the snuggleme and the miracle blankets, and I’m adding babywear products this time around as must-haves (looking at Sakura Bloom-pricey, but I found slings were easier to use and I like the style of their carriers for newborns). Also, everyone has told me the magnetic onesies are amazing, so those will be a new addition along with the Doona car seat/stroller. Good luck!!
I used to work in a nursery and one parent would bring in breastmilk for us to give to their baby. What we would do is boil some water in a kettle, pour it into a mug/bowl then let the bottle of breastmilk sit in it, slowly heating up - worked great for me!
Just wanted to correct what you said in the video. Milk only comes out of the holes in the nipple itself. not the areola! latching them onto the areola properly is to stimulate the ducts around the breast
Breastfeeding or pumping isn't always easy and there is definitely a huge learning curve in the beginning with your first baby, but it's so worth it for your little one!
This video is awesome! I’ve failed breastfeeding with both my boys and now I understand why!!! I’m pregnant now with baby number 3 and I feel so much more confident. Thank you so much for this video!
We use the kiinde bottle warmer. It's pretty awesome. And just a suggestion. You might want to look into glass bottles? The fat content in the milk doesn't really stick to the side of the glass bottles and you want that fat content for the baby!
This is by far the best video I've seen for breastfeeding...in fact I watched your newborn must haves....subscribed and loovve your videos. So informative. Love how u don't ramble, to the point that and extremely helpful! Thanks!!
This is such a helpful video thank you so much! Watching this during Covid, all my classes have been canceled and baby is due in August so its nice to have these types of videos to still learn from!
Abigail Wilson you'll be surprised how naturally things start coming to you. You learn sooooo much in the first few days so you'll be absolutely fine 😊
so cute watching Nikash fall asleep during this video :D Great info! The my brest friend pillow is a MUST HAVE Also, you don't need a milk/bottle warmer - just fill a big plastic cup with hot tap water and stick your bottle of milk in it for a few minutes. Perfect temp every time!
To warm your milk you can simply use a cup or bowl filled with hot water from the sink! You may have to dump out and refill the water mid way through warming but it works perfectly 👍😊 you can also microwave the water to get it nice and hot without worrying about the milk being microwaved- because you won't be doing that! Thanks for the video- love the sound of that German formula, never heard of it before 😁
loved this video. hot shower focusing on the breasts while massaging also works well. I like generally warmer showers and try and spend a little time in the shower just letting the water flow whilst massaging.
I had frequent plugged ducts, and lecithin was a LIFESAVER for me! I would still do all the other things, but the lecithin was the thing that really worked for me.
I'm from the Philippines, and the best help you with breastmilk is Malunggay or Moringa. It's very organic and has a lot of benefits. You can get in capsules, you can check organic section of your drug store. Maybe they have. Research on it too to learn more about it.
M due in September with my first baby and I don’t know the first rule about breastfeeding and baby care...this video was so helpful for me..❤️ although I have tons to learn n feel slightly daunted by the task ahead..I hope to see more helpful videos from u :)
I wanted to share a tip just in case somebody have had the same problem...Like Susan I had a C section and i immediately started breastfeeding with colostrum, my milk came at the 3rd day and i had this huge engorgement under my arms really painful bc i have breast tissue in there, but the point was the best solution for that was a hot shower massaging the area, also i realized when I pumped that the milk wasn't coming out and got really frustrated till i try to squeeze my nipples to open them, i know it's painful but it really made a difference...milk was flowing like crazy, so if anybody is having issues don't forget discarding clogged nipples. Thank you Susan for your tips
My sister in law use traditional way to warm up the milk. She poured warm (or hot) water into a small bowl and put the milk bottle in the middle of it. Soon the heat were transfered from hot water to the milk in the bottle. Hope that help! ;)
I just started my first time mommy TH-cam channel and I stumbled upon this video while I was struggling to breastfeed at the beginning! Thanks for all the tips
I learn so much with all your videos. Is there a way you do a video about how to use the Brest friend pillow. I have it and I like your pointers so now I know how it post to be on you. Thank you
I can underline EVERYTHING! Thank you 🙏 You're so wonderful and positive and pretty and an awesome mom! Bless you! But: I have the feeling the lecatine works for me! Haven't had any clogged ducts anymore and had them all the time before. 🙌
This video really has filled me with confidence, thank you!! I went so wrong with my first regarding the latch, & didn’t feel I had the right support system around me to continue, so I exclusively pumped for 2 months till my milk dried up... but I’m now 6 weeks away from giving birth and feeling positive about trying again and succeeding 😃
Thanks for posting your tips. I'm pregnant with my third. Never breastfed my other two. Determined to breastfeed this one for the first 6 months at least. I've been feeling apprehensive. I found your insight very helpful. I feel like now I have a much more realistic outlook and can better manage my expectations. Once again, Thank-you!!
Just found your channel I just posted a video on the silicone catcher i use its a MUST HAVE FOR BREASTFEEDING! My daughter is 10 weeks old our second child, we have a 2 1/2 almost 3 yr old. I am still breastfeeding my son occasionally and of course EBF my daughter! I was breastfeeding my son when I got pregnant and did so until she was born I didn't have to sore nipples etc in the beginning with her like I did with first baby!
You’re my new favorite youtuber your videos are so good I’m an expecting mommy to be (17 weeks and 2 days!!) and it’s just good to have a knowledgeable women to lead the way! Also your son is so adorable!! 😍
Hi I love this video, I just started breast feeding for my newborn and find this very motivating and helpful. I just wanted to know if you were still breast feeding, if not, how did you stop your milk supply?
Is there a reason you are wanting to quit around the 6 month mark? The WHO recommends breastfeeding until 2 years old - that being said, any amount of breastmilk is amazing and I’m glad to hear you’re chugging along!
Dr Brown has a good bottle warmer! I have to bottle feed occasionally too and it's the only one I've tried and liked!! All the other ones suck. No pun intended. 😂
Im so happy that i bumped to this channel. So informative about breastfeeding 🤱. Thanks Susan, really help as this is my first born this October. Love 💕 from Malaysia
Hey mama! Hang in there. Reach out to an IBCLC for support. Most medical insurance companies in the USA will cover up to 6 visits with a lactation consultant (IBCLC).
I’m breastfeeding for the first time and it’s HARD! I’m six weeks in and my son only recently started latching without a nipple shield. He was born almost three weeks early and somehow we couldn’t do it before. I’m so happy we persevered though. For everybody in doubt, don’t give up unless you want to, a lactation specialist will be able to help you. Take care!
Great tips!
One thing I wasn’t aware of was cluster feeding! My baby girl latched on for 5 1/2 hours straight on day two. I was exhausted and in pain and she wouldn’t let go.
My husband was my biggest support and my nursing consultant just kept reminding me this is what the baby wanted. This cluster feeding really helped me with my milk flow.
Theres just something about Susan that is so comforting that she can even make breastfeeding videos enjoyable to watch lol
Haha. That's good to know! 🤗
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I agree!
Right?! I just watched another woman breastfeeding, for educational purposes. I am pretty sure the woman forgot she had a baby latched on to her; she was too busy checking her makeup. There is a way to keep up with your appearance/care about makeup without coming across as superficial, and Susan accomplishes this brilliantly. I went off on a tangent there, but yeah, Susan is totally calming and comforting!
That’s some great info ! I have been exclusively pumping because my baby didn’t latch . I have some videos on that and will soon post about what not to go immediately after birth if you want your baby to latch ... What my Channel is all about! th-cam.com/video/ldCQDCtYwP0/w-d-xo.html
I feel like I got so lucky breastfeeding. He latched from the first time very successfully, and only had to apply nipple cream at the hospital (the cream they gave me) and never had any chafing or blisters or anything. I feel so thankful 🙏🏻
can u tell us the name of the cream?
To all the breastfeeding mamas out their you have your own nipple cream, and that is your breast milk. Whenever your nipples are cracked just put some of your milk on your nipples. It saves money😉
Yuuus. I always just wipe my nipples with breastmilk after a feed
My milk warmer is hot water in a bowl. Only takes a couple minutes if you swirl the bottle in the water and it's free!
Same, we use wide mouth mugs, and near boiling water. Just swirl it around every once and a while... in a few you’re good. Can be annoying when baby is only consolable by milk.
Same! I put a bottle or bag in a cup and let hot water run from the sink in it.
My husband figured out a great way to do this but in seconds. If you have a metal container (we use the pourer for frothing milk) and you place this in the water bath, the metal conducts the heat and warms the milk in about 10 seconds. Really helpful if the baby is crying and you want to hurry :)
This video was so helpful and relatable. It made me feel like I wasn’t alone in this journey. It gave me great insight on things I can do to improve my experience. Great video!!
I'm so glad to hear that! You are not alone. That's for sure!
instead of buying a milk warmer my mom and aunts would just boil hot water and put it in a tall container and put the milk bottle in it and let it sit and warm up to a good temp. saves money and is actually efficient.
Felisa.k I did the same.
Hot water destroys the nutrients in the milk
Also putting boiling water on plastic is generally bad. Can release chemicals, or deform it.
Thats what i do it works perfect
@@Hawkknight88 So how do you sterilize your bottles then?
I like this because she's not talking about all the perfect ways she was breastfeeding, but trial and errors that she made and helpful tips.
I'd say..get one of those electric tea pots. It'll heat water fast, you can let his bottle sit in a container with hot water around it and enjoy a cup of tea as you wait. Win-win
Alisonuemura Great idea!
Alisonuemura So true! I've been breastfeeding for 11 months now and this was one of the most efficient ways for me to warm up milk.
I agree. You can just use hot tap water in a cup or thaw at room temperature too if you aren’t in a rush. Some babies prefer cool or room temp milk anyway.
Please pray for my baby he’s at the NICU 😔
Hope he's doing better! How are you guys holding up?
Allah helps u
U r baby Will be definitely fine and healthy very soon dear stay strong for u r baby
Everything will be alright don't worry.
Thank you all so much.. He is doing great 8 months old now I can’t believe it
Excellent video. I've been an obstetrical nurse for 44 years.....And This is a great video for us average new moms. Beautifully done. Thanks!
I remember watching this with my first baby 2 years ago. Watching it again with my second who is due TOMORROW!! ❤
Elizabeth Vaughn I’m updating it a little with my second who is due in a month! I’m for sure getting the Boppy Lounger again, gonna re-use the snuggleme and the miracle blankets, and I’m adding babywear products this time around as must-haves (looking at Sakura Bloom-pricey, but I found slings were easier to use and I like the style of their carriers for newborns). Also, everyone has told me the magnetic onesies are amazing, so those will be a new addition along with the Doona car seat/stroller. Good luck!!
I used to work in a nursery and one parent would bring in breastmilk for us to give to their baby. What we would do is boil some water in a kettle, pour it into a mug/bowl then let the bottle of breastmilk sit in it, slowly heating up - worked great for me!
Roisin Judd Good tip!
I did the same when our little needed a bottle 👍
Colostrum is early, concentrated breast milk, so it is considered breast milk. By day 2-3 colostrum becomes mature milk and increase in volume.
This video was super helpful and makes me feel more confident with breastfeeding for the first time! Thank you 😊 💕
Just wanted to correct what you said in the video. Milk only comes out of the holes in the nipple itself. not the areola! latching them onto the areola properly is to stimulate the ducts around the breast
Iola f there are milk ducts in the areola. It's a misconception that milk only comes out of the nipple; it comes out of both the nipple and areola.
My milk comes out from aerola as well 😄
That's new.. Mine never did that with my first (shes 16 months)..
Iola f 7
No the milk comes from the 9-15 nipple holes
Breastfeeding or pumping isn't always easy and there is definitely a huge learning curve in the beginning with your first baby, but it's so worth it for your little one!
This video is awesome! I’ve failed breastfeeding with both my boys and now I understand why!!! I’m pregnant now with baby number 3 and I feel so much more confident. Thank you so much for this video!
We use the kiinde bottle warmer. It's pretty awesome. And just a suggestion. You might want to look into glass bottles? The fat content in the milk doesn't really stick to the side of the glass bottles and you want that fat content for the baby!
This is by far the best video I've seen for breastfeeding...in fact I watched your newborn must haves....subscribed and loovve your videos. So informative. Love how u don't ramble, to the point that and extremely helpful! Thanks!!
This is such a helpful video thank you so much! Watching this during Covid, all my classes have been canceled and baby is due in August so its nice to have these types of videos to still learn from!
Congrats! There are many reputable resources online. Prenatal preparation is essential for breastfeeding success. Best of luck!
Who else was watching the baby pass out ? ..sooo sweet
so sweet! he is so good!
Me LMAOOO! So precious
This is the best breastfeeding tips video I've seen yet. 2 1/2 weeks into breastfeeding and wish I watched this weeks ago. 👏🏼☺️
Such a helpful video! I'm due in September and trying to learn all the tips I can.
Abigail Wilson Good luck!! ❤️
Abigail Wilson you'll be surprised how naturally things start coming to you. You learn sooooo much in the first few days so you'll be absolutely fine 😊
GREAT info!!! I'm a nutritionist and is terrible to see videos with complicated or point less tips that scared new moms. Besos desde México
Ish Muñoz There's just too much complicated info out there right?
Susan Yara Way too much, Im glad you are brave and keeping it simple. Congrats on your beautiful baby and the content of you channel!
so cute watching Nikash fall asleep during this video :D
Great info! The my brest friend pillow is a MUST HAVE
Also, you don't need a milk/bottle warmer - just fill a big plastic cup with hot tap water and stick your bottle of milk in it for a few minutes. Perfect temp every time!
To warm your milk you can simply use a cup or bowl filled with hot water from the sink! You may have to dump out and refill the water mid way through warming but it works perfectly 👍😊 you can also microwave the water to get it nice and hot without worrying about the milk being microwaved- because you won't be doing that! Thanks for the video- love the sound of that German formula, never heard of it before 😁
Loved how easy and relatable your tips are!
loved this video. hot shower focusing on the breasts while massaging also works well. I like generally warmer showers and try and spend a little time in the shower just letting the water flow whilst massaging.
I love that you tasted the milk! This was such an informative video! Thank you for making it.
The first years brand in Walmart has a good bottle warmer, love it
great video. gets straight to the point & gives useful tips
I love her hair like this !
I had frequent plugged ducts, and lecithin was a LIFESAVER for me! I would still do all the other things, but the lecithin was the thing that really worked for me.
kelly1827
Same.
I'm from the Philippines, and the best help you with breastmilk is Malunggay or Moringa. It's very organic and has a lot of benefits. You can get in capsules, you can check organic section of your drug store. Maybe they have. Research on it too to learn more about it.
This is soooooo helpful and encouraging. I was ready to give up.
M due in September with my first baby and I don’t know the first rule about breastfeeding and baby care...this video was so helpful for me..❤️ although I have tons to learn n feel slightly daunted by the task ahead..I hope to see more helpful videos from u :)
Darren Athenree Donn-Walker 28❤ drum
Thank you for sharing this it makes me feel much more comfortable and confident when I will be breastfeeding when baby comes xx
6 years later (having baby number 3) and i still come back to watch this specific video because of how short yet very informative it is ✨
I wanted to share a tip just in case somebody have had the same problem...Like Susan I had a C section and i immediately started breastfeeding with colostrum, my milk came at the 3rd day and i had this huge engorgement under my arms really painful bc i have breast tissue in there, but the point was the best solution for that was a hot shower massaging the area, also i realized when I pumped that the milk wasn't coming out and got really frustrated till i try to squeeze my nipples to open them, i know it's painful but it really made a difference...milk was flowing like crazy, so if anybody is having issues don't forget discarding clogged nipples. Thank you Susan for your tips
Very informative video, thanks for sharing
That is the cutest baby I have ever seen! 😘😍
My sister in law use traditional way to warm up the milk. She poured warm (or hot) water into a small bowl and put the milk bottle in the middle of it. Soon the heat were transfered from hot water to the milk in the bottle. Hope that help! ;)
I just started my first time mommy TH-cam channel and I stumbled upon this video while I was struggling to breastfeed at the beginning! Thanks for all the tips
This was sooooooo helpful! Thank you for uploading🥰
Excellent information! Thank you!!
I learn so much with all your videos. Is there a way you do a video about how to use the Brest friend pillow. I have it and I like your pointers so now I know how it post to be on you. Thank you
this video is crazy good. thank you so much for all of your really frank tips!
I REALLY appreciated this video! Very helpful as I’m 26 weeks pregnant and trying to prepare myself as best as possible to breastfeed! Thank you!!
I was feeling very nervous on hearing so many horror stories on breastfeeding but you have put my fears at ease...thank you.
I can underline EVERYTHING! Thank you 🙏 You're so wonderful and positive and pretty and an awesome mom! Bless you!
But: I have the feeling the lecatine works for me! Haven't had any clogged ducts anymore and had them all the time before. 🙌
Very Very Very HELPFUL , i’ll become a new mommy in 8 weeks... Thank You God Bless ♥️
Super helpful thank you!
One of the most useful videos about breastfeeding.. Thanks for sharing!
I have the First years bottle warmer and I love it!
Excellent advice and tips! I'm a first time mum and due in Sept. Thank you so much
To the point and very useful tips! Thank you very much.
Loved this video!!! Thanks for the tips. Super helpful!
This was an extremely helpful video! Thank you so much for all the tips :)
Any link where can i buy those stuffs. Or the brand pls. Thank you. ❤️
Thank you for being so real. I am feeling a bit more confident on what to expect! Love the great new baby videos. Keep them coming!
This video really has filled me with confidence, thank you!! I went so wrong with my first regarding the latch, & didn’t feel I had the right support system around me to continue, so I exclusively pumped for 2 months till my milk dried up... but I’m now 6 weeks away from giving birth and feeling positive about trying again and succeeding 😃
Very helpful video ! Thanks Susan
Mama Natural is great for baby info.
AntoniaLuvsYou I loooove mama natural. Well researched and great info that I can't find anywhere else.
Thanks for posting your tips. I'm pregnant with my third. Never breastfed my other two. Determined to breastfeed this one for the first 6 months at least. I've been feeling apprehensive. I found your insight very helpful. I feel like now I have a much more realistic outlook and can better manage my expectations.
Once again, Thank-you!!
Just found your channel I just posted a video on the silicone catcher i use its a MUST HAVE FOR BREASTFEEDING! My daughter is 10 weeks old our second child, we have a 2 1/2 almost 3 yr old. I am still breastfeeding my son occasionally and of course EBF my daughter! I was breastfeeding my son when I got pregnant and did so until she was born I didn't have to sore nipples etc in the beginning with her like I did with first baby!
You’re my new favorite youtuber your videos are so good I’m an expecting mommy to be (17 weeks and 2 days!!) and it’s just good to have a knowledgeable women to lead the way! Also your son is so adorable!! 😍
Thank you so much! Congrats on the baby on board. :)
Susan Yara you’re welcome and thanks you!!
I use coconut oil! Lacatation nurses suggested it. It helps me so much. It doesn't stain at all and its a natural antibacterial.
Amazing tip video thank you
Great video! I learned something thanks. My little new-b will be five weeks old.
Darren Athenree 28 ☀️☀️🌞 You can drum
All I use at work is a manual pump!!
Also tommee tippee bottle warmer and first starts are great!! The first starts one is super fast
How did you go braless??? When I feed my baby the opposite boob leaks lol
Ok was wondering same thing !!!!! I just wear a bra with breast pads. Otherwise leak everywhere
Try breast shells/milk catchers
same! need the bra and bra pad
HAAKAA!!! They are amazing !!!
I may have to inspect that nipple
Great video. I have a 2 week old. Going to use your tips.
This was super informative, thanks for sharing!
Hi I love this video, I just started breast feeding for my newborn and find this very motivating and helpful. I just wanted to know if you were still breast feeding, if not, how did you stop your milk supply?
So informative!! Definitely needed this! Been six years since my last child.
Is there a reason you are wanting to quit around the 6 month mark? The WHO recommends breastfeeding until 2 years old - that being said, any amount of breastmilk is amazing and I’m glad to hear you’re chugging along!
Lindsey Ripple Yup, because I don’t want to keep going. 😛
Best video ever!!!
This video was so helpful!!! Thank you so much for sharing. You really alleviated my worries.
Subscribed! Love your videos! I'm due in September so I am finding these so helpful!
dnnigirl yay! Good luck!!
Awesome tips, thanks.
Very useful video
This was so helpful thaaankyou so much 🙌🏻😍
New subscriber here ✋🏽 ❤️ currently breastfeeding my 1 month baby atm and so far everything is doing great!
awesome tips. thank you soo much
Using my brest friend right now! Thanks for the tips.
Great video!!!
Colostrum colors can range from clear to egg yolk yellow.
Love your videos so much they’re so helpful can’t wait to put all your advice and tips to use soon! ❤️
What breast pump brand do you use or recommend? Thanks for all your help!!!
Dr Brown has a good bottle warmer! I have to bottle feed occasionally too and it's the only one I've tried and liked!! All the other ones suck. No pun intended. 😂
D'Lisa A. Good to know!
This video was so informative!! Thank you so much for your honesty on all the products you used! New subscriber!!! :)
Her baby is knocked out 😂😂😂 💙
Great tips, thank you for the video!
Im so happy that i bumped to this channel. So informative about breastfeeding 🤱. Thanks Susan, really help as this is my first born this October. Love 💕 from Malaysia
This video really helps, first time mom 2 weeks now and breastfeeding has been a complete struggle
Hey mama! Hang in there. Reach out to an IBCLC for support. Most medical insurance companies in the USA will cover up to 6 visits with a lactation consultant (IBCLC).
You go this! the early weeks are the hardest!!
Darren drum Yes