My milk supply has dropped drastically and everyday the amount that I managed to pump is less than 40ml . Pathetic, I know.
Therefore, since she turning to 8th month this week. I'm going to keep my pump tools when she just reaches this milestone. I decided to stop as she already taking more solids and the amount of milk intake has drop. Although somehow, I couldn't bear to give up pumping breastmilk and let it go easily. Breastfeeding is a process that I had putting so much effort, with many sleepless nights. I took it to heart that this milk given to her was so divine and precious. I treasure the moments when she and I need to practice on latching. When she could latched properly and fall safely in my arms and body, the bonding I have with her was truly heartwarming. It was a short period, I'm thankful to been thru this wonderful and amazing experience.
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I totally can relate and feel EXACTLY d same way as u describe (Read wif teary eyes). How she starting feeding (latching on), the closeness to now exclusive pumping...etc. It is indeed d most precious n priceless experience.
hey you know what, I'm still pumping too. Even though my mum told me to stop liao.. but i still try, I plan to stop only when he is turning 1 (thats less then a month's time)
if you want to up your supply, you can try getting her to latch again - its the fastest way to up supply.. and try not to miss any pumping session. Need to drink a lot of water everyday too - now I only pump twice a day, I still down about 10 - 12 glass daily.
Jia you! If you still want to keep on pumping that is :)
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