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When to Call for Help

Call the Lactation Consultant if:

  • You do not feel that breastfeeding is going well.

  • Your breasts are engorged.

  • Your baby is 4 days old and you do not think that your mature milk has come in yet.

  • It is difficult to get your baby to attach to your breast.

  • Your baby cries and/or sleeps at the breast and does not nurse for more than a few sucks.

  • Your breasts or your nipples hurt.

  • Your baby is 4 days old and does not have 3 or more bowel movements each 24 hours.

  • Your baby is 4 days old and does not have 7 to 8 wet diapers each 24 hours.

  • Your baby has had a weight check and is not gaining well.

  • Your baby is not calm, happy and sleepy after feedings.

  • You feel you need to give your baby something more than your milk.

  • Your baby sleeps most of the time. You think your baby would rather sleep than eat.

  • You plan to return to work or school. (Call for an appointment two weeks before you plan to return to work or school.)

  • Supplementation has been ordered by your physician.

  • You have any questions about breastfeeding.


Call

Lee Memorial Health System Lactation Office

239-432-3186

 

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