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Underfeeding of newborn, ICD-10: P92.3. Symptoms, Chapter, Cases. Understanding Underfeeding of Newborns Underfeeding of newborns is a condition that occurs when a baby does not receive enough breast milk or formula milk to meet their nutritional needs...
Did you know poor latching is a cause for a baby not gaining weight? Learn more possible causes of slow or no weight gain and ways to help a baby gain weight.
Weight gain during pregnancy is a sensitive subject. Here's why I think doctors need to be more considerate addressing it.
Before my son was born, I obsessed over the birth process. I read every book, every website, haunted message boards, practiced yoga and meditation, spent weeks drafting a birth plan, and so on. Then, the day came, and through an unexpected set of circumstances, I got my perfect birth. I was sitting there in the hospital, snuggling my squishy little 6lbs 15oz burrito and basking in the glow of having finally crossed the finish line, when I overheard a nurse saying "....his latching score is pretty low...." Wait, what? And it suddenly hit me that with all my preoccupation of how to bring this baby into the world, I hadn't given a single thought as to how I was supposed to keep the little squirt alive! Oh sure, I'd put a breast pump on my registry and somehow managed to pick up a couple of nursing bras, but had I read a thing about breastfeeding? NOPE. Remember what the nurse said about his latching score? Yeah. Suddenly my boob was a "sandwich" and nurses were jamming my baby's face onto it, handing me a little tube of Lanolin and telling me that I might feel "sore" for a few days. I don't know about you, but when I hear the word "sore," I think of how my muscles ache after a long run, or how my toe feels when I stub it, or how my head feels when I bump it getting out of the car. None of those is comparable to the feeling of having a tiny and adorable yet voracious little monster chew on your heretofore mostly-untouched nipple as if his life depends on it (because, in fact, it does). I told the nurses, "It hurts" and they said "It shouldn't hurt if he latches right." After a brief visit from a lactation consultant who assured me everything looked good, we were headed home. Where was the finish line now? As I write this now, I'm looking over the New Mother's Nursing Journal that the hospital gave us and which we used for the first month of K's life to track feedings and wet/dirty diapers. Next to "Feeding Time" is a column for "Comments." Here is a sampling of what appears in that column in the first two weeks of my breastfeeding career: This image and header by Susan Holstein Photography. Hurts me! Very difficult stop-start, painful Stopped short due to nipple pain Hellish feeding, so much pain Bloody nipple :( painful super-hungry, painful! :( OW Ow again Owwww.... .... and my personal favorite: HOLY HELL I told my husband that I would rather give birth ten more times than let our son near my nipple again (thankfully, I didn't follow through on that threat). I dreaded every feeding, and screamed and cried each time he latched. I remember being absolutely furious at the idea that this was supposed to be some kind of bonding experience for me and my baby, because I honestly felt like breastfeeding was inhibiting bonding. Worst of all, his weight gain was way behind where it should have been. Craving some reassurance that this was just a phase that couldn't possibly last, I turned to my online mommy group for support. Upon hearing my woes, the more experienced mothers said: "Don't worry, the pain goes away after the first 4-6 weeks." I was horrified: I wasn't sure I was going to survive the next HOUR, so a month sounded like an eternity! The finish line seemed farther away than ever. And then, when my little boy was only eight days old, this happened: My memory of this period is so fuzzy (read: repressed) that I actually only remember one formula feeding, but the journal says he had several within a 24-hour period. With the benefit of hindsight and experience, I know now that I was on a slippery slope, seriously risking my supply and any continuance of our breastfeeding relationship. At the time, however, I only knew that I absolutely could not continue without sleep and a break for my poor nipples. I fed my sweet baby that first bottle of formula myself, crying the whole time, then handed him to my husband and went to bed. It could have been the end for us. Fortunately, my very next entry in the book says "Back to the breast!" I wasn't dropping out of the race just yet. We visited a lactation consultant who noticed K's tongue tie and recommended we get it clipped immediately so that he could better transfer the milk (and it would be less painful for me). It took only a couple of days to get the appointment, but even that brief wait was agonizing. After resolving the tongue tie, I was looking forward to the blissful and painless feedings that would surely begin.... and while it was a tiny bit more bearable, I still winced and yelped more often than not. My little boy was now two weeks old and still not back up to his birth weight. I knew that my supply was not our problem: our newborn was a heavy sleeper, whom we often had to wake to eat. I needed to get him on the breast more frequently, but I was terrified of the pain. At the suggestion of a friend, I set up camp on the couch with a giant bag of trail mix and started watching through all of Doctor Who. I had decided to stop looking for the finish line, to stop looking beyond anything other than the current feeding. I told myself that my only job was to sit in one place and let my baby eat, with minimal flinching, if possible. And that's what I did, all week. When K was three weeks old, my family came to visit. In a valiant attempt to do what normal people without newborns do, I accompanied them out to lunch and on the way, I stopped by the breastfeeding center to weigh my son. I remember unwrapping his skinny little limbs and removing his heavily wet diaper, praying he wouldn't pee on me. The numbers on the scale spun and settled: 6lbs 15oz. I had gotten my baby back to his birth weight. It was a victory and a wonderful relief, but I decided then that it wasn't the finish line. "Heck, I might even go all the way to three months!" I thought. Recently, we passed nine months of exclusive breastfeeding. K has never had another drop of formula since that one day, his growth on-track and his health "perfect," according to his pediatrician. I don't know where the finish line is now - a year, two years? - but I no longer care. I'm too busy enjoying the journey.
It is recommended that you work with your pediatrician and a board certified lactation consultant if your baby is having weight gain problems. First, it’s important to determine if baby is having a genuine problem with weight gain. Following is a quick sketch of some things to look into when baby is not gaining well.
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Months worth of healthy make ahead school lunch ideas for kids, for teens, and for adults! These easy no sandwich bento box recipes are perfect for picky eaters. There are so many ideas for cold lunches even including vegetarian and gluten free ideas for preschoolers and even for teenagers!
You can rev up your metabolism after pregnancy with the right diet, workout and supplement routine. Did you know your metabolic rate is actually faster during pregnancy, then drops postpartum? Luckily, you can take some simple and safe steps to increase your metabolism after pregnancy.
Breastfeeding can be a wonderful thing. It can also be difficult, especially if things aren't going especially well. There can often be bump...
You can rev up your metabolism after pregnancy with the right diet, workout and supplement routine. Did you know your metabolic rate is actually faster during pregnancy, then drops postpartum? Luckily, you can take some simple and safe steps to increase your metabolism after pregnancy.
Save time, educate your clients, and elevate your doula, midwife, or lactation consultant business with this editable and printable UNDERSTANDING SUPPLEMENTING handout bundle for your prenatal clients! Help your clients learn about what supplementing is, when it's suggested, how to do it, and their options and decisions are! This lactation consultant handout bundle includes information about slow infant weight gain, how to supplement while protecting a milk supply, cup and syringe feeding, and more! Created and designed by a lactation professional with over a decade of helping new parents feed their babies, this breastfeeding handout includes helpful tips and guidance with evidence-based and non-judgmental information. With a clean, modern design, beautiful images, and easy-to-read text, this handout is perfect for birth doulas, midwives, lactation consultants, or anyone else working with new parents. This UNDERSTANDING SUPPLEMENTING doula handout BUNDLE is ready to print as-is, or you can edit in Canva and add your own pictures, fonts, colors, information, and more! PRODUCT NOTES: - This is product is a digital download. You will need a Canva account to access and edit this template. No physical items will be shipped to you. - Due to the digital nature of this item, there are NO returns, exchanges, or refunds on this product for any reason. This includes, but is not limited to: accidental purchase, misunderstanding or misinterpreting this listing, printing complications, or change of circumstances. If you have any concerns, please message me! COPYWRITE NOTICE: All content and files included in this download are original and are copywrited by the Modern Doula. This download is for personal use only (use with your private clients). You may NOT resell, copy, share, or redistribute with a third party.
Welcome to the world of exclusive pumping! We are happy to see you here, even if you didn't expect it. Learn about exclusive pumping schedules, challenges, and more.
Just because you’re pregnant doesn’t mean you have to gain a ton of weight, get stretch marks, and lose your pre-pregnancy body. You are NOT a victim of PREGNANCY. You ABSOLUTELY can slow your weight gain and most importantly, YOU CAN TONE YOUR BODY WHILE PREGNANT. I know you probably think that…
These days, nursing my fourth baby, I can say that one of the best things about nursing is the simple brilliance of it – how convenient it is, and how it allows a tired young mother to rest. …
If you're a nursing parent, add these healthy breastfeeding superfoods to your diet to get the nutrients you need. Some may help increase breast milk supply!
Of course you worry about your baby’s weight. So here we look at what to do if your baby who you breastfeed is only slowly or is not gaining weight.
You can rev up your metabolism after pregnancy with the right diet, workout and supplement routine. Did you know your metabolic rate is actually faster during pregnancy, then drops postpartum? Luckily, you can take some simple and safe steps to increase your metabolism after pregnancy.
Welcome to the world of exclusive pumping! We are happy to see you here, even if you didn't expect it. Learn about exclusive pumping schedules, challenges, and more.
You can rev up your metabolism after pregnancy with the right diet, workout and supplement routine. Did you know your metabolic rate is actually faster during pregnancy, then drops postpartum? Luckily, you can take some simple and safe steps to increase your metabolism after pregnancy.
Welcome to the world of exclusive pumping! We are happy to see you here, even if you didn't expect it. Learn about exclusive pumping schedules, challenges, and more.
Free 2 Week Pregnancy Workout Plan for any trimester.Safe pregnancy workouts & exercises to increase strength, confidence &help you gain less weight.
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In many cases, you are able to naturally increase your breast milk supply. If you're unable to achieve a comfortable latch, seek out a lactation consultant!
Several safety issues are associated with sippy cup use. Read our handy guide with seven sippy cup safety tips to keep your little one safe.
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Image source: United States Breastfeeding Committee Are you experiencing pain while breastfeeding, possibly combined with slow weight gain for your baby?
Image source: United States Breastfeeding Committee Are you experiencing pain while breastfeeding, possibly combined with slow weight gain for your baby?
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It is normal for let-down not to feel as strong as your baby gets older. Some mothers never feel let-down, and some stop feeling the let-down sensation as time goes by. This does not necessarily indicate that let-down is not taking place.
