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Get a pdf copy of this book instantly for $1 and make as many copies as you wish! |Ch.1 |Ch.2 |Ch.3 |Ch.4 |Ch.5 |Ch.6 |Ch.7| I HAVE OTHER SITUATIONS! Chapter 6 C-Sections- Just because you have a C-section does not mean you cannot breastfeed. In fact, breastfeeding will help you recover. Even so there are things to be aware of. You may not be able to interact with your baby right away depending on the hospital you chose to deliver in. Some hospitals may let you have your baby skin to skin in the recovery area or even in the operating room. But other hospitals will wait until after the recovery period to bring you and baby together. Depending on the type of anesthesia given, your baby may be sleepy. The bottom line is to get to your baby as soon as possible. Even though you may get pain medications or antibiotics, this does not preclude you from breastfeeding. The drugs that will interfere will be noted by your lactation expert. You will also find it a little uncomfortable at first to hold your baby. You should get assistance with experimenting with different positions until you find the most comfortable one. Lying down on your side or using the football position are two ways to lessen the discomfort. All that a C-section does is delay temporarily the start of breastfeeding. Not to worry! You can do it! Again, it is imperative to have a lactation expert around at this time. Some women who go in for a natural birth end up having a C-section. Knowing this may help you prepare emotionally if you end up with an unplanned C-section. Diabetes-If you are a diabetic, discuss things first with your doctor. But diabetic mothers can and do breastfeed. You may be separated from your baby at birth. Sometimes babies born to diabetics need a little more recovery time. But as soon as you are able to interact with your baby, begin breastfeeding. You do not have to use formula. Formula is used only : if your baby is not suckling at the breast, if you can’t pump milk at this time, or if your baby needs milk to keep blood sugar stable. Diabetic or gestational diabetic mothers may need a little more stimulation to the breast by baby or with a breast pump to get their milk production going. At times your milk volume may be delayed, but the best thing for you and your baby is to avoid the use of formula. Use formula if absolutely necessary. Did you know that breastfeeding can be beneficial to diabetics? Did you know that if you exclusively breastfeed your baby you will decrease his/her chances of becoming a diabetic also? Always remember to ask your doctor for nutrition help and insulin guidelines while breastfeeding. Your doctor needs to know that you wish to breastfeed. You will probably require the services of an experienced lactation consultant and nutritionist. Overweight-Overweight here is a relative term. We are not talking about being slightly overweight. You will need to talk to your doctor as to how severely overweight you are. Discuss weight loss programs with your doctor. Breastfeeding has been shown to be a natural way of losing weight. You will burn from 300-500 calories while breastfeeding! Eating a sensible, well balanced diet will contribute to your overall health and contribute to breastfeeding. It is not recommended to eat less than 1800 calories a day unless you are under Doctors’ supervision while breast-feeding. Never think that losing a little weight will be harmful while breastfeeding. But always discuss these matters with your doctor. Diabetics and obese breast-feeders should consult a nutritionist or dietician through their doctors! Do not let these conditions be a barrier to you breastfeeding! You can do it! Underweight-For underweight women, you really need to talk to your doctor. If you are severely underweight, it may be a health risk for you to breastfeed. Your doctor will advise you. If you are underweight now and pregnant, ask your doctor and diet specialist how to gain weight for a healthy pregnancy. If you gain the healthy weight as advised for your doctor during your pregnancy and maintain yourself in good health, you can breastfeed! Keep eating enough calories over 2000 or as advised by your dietician, a well balanced diet, 8 – 12 glasses of water or drinking to thirst, and your prenatal vitamins and you will be able to keep healthy and be able to breastfeed your baby. You will not be disappointed at delivery! There is a debate as to how much weight is needed during pregnancy. Always consult your doctor for the latest and best reccomendations for you! Illness-There are just a few illnesses that would require you to stop breastfeeding. HIV is one of them. Discuss this with your doctor and lactation expert. Medications-There are few medications that would require you to stop breastfeeding. Discuss this with your doctor and lactation expert. Breast enhancements-Many times the surgery will have cut nerves. This will deaden some nipple sensations. If your implants did not interfere with any milk production anatomy, you should still be able to breastfeed. Tell the lactation consultant or your nurse the type of breast surgery you had and how long ago you had it done. This can determine if you will be able to produce enough milk for the baby. Close follow-up with a lactation clinic is necessary to assure that your baby is receiving enough milk. If not, you can be help in how to continue breastfeeding. For the vast majority of women, with all health concerns, the issue of breastfeeding will never be in question. It may take a little more effort and education, but YOU CAN DO IT! Click here for Chapter 7 Copyright 2007 by Martha Loredo. All rights reserved. No portion of this book may be reprinted without written permission from the author. You can purchase a pdf copy of this book for only $1.00. 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