We were given a lot of info. Both the pediatrician and the lactation consultant both felt that in this case the formula was a better route. My lady could not produce enough milk even with the supplements and other things we tried (under the supervision of the pediatrician and consultant). They may have been some underlying medical issues that came into play. My lady had open heart surgery as a baby that they feel was resulting in one breast's inability to produce milk properly. The rugrat did get 5 weeks of straight boob juice, about 5 weeks of both, then went to formula full time after that. We were just one of the small minority who just could not do breast-feeding, as much as we wanted to.Did anyone talk to you two about "tongue tied"?
Did you know that a woman who's never been pregnant can make breastmilk?
She needs to pump for 3-4 weeks regularly before the supply becomes substantial enough, but in the mean time, you can give your kid the little amount of breastmilk for the antibodies that mom produces.
It frustrates me that I continue to hear moms/parents weren't given enough info.
Bottom line, breast is best, but don't feel guilty if it doesn't work out