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HarrisonsMommy
HarrisonsMommy | June 2007

Tandem Breastfeeding

Hello, I am still breastfeeding my 16month old and am trying to get pregant.  If I do get pregnant, then it is likely I will still be breastfeeding my son.  In the beginning of breastfeeding, there is colostrum which is suppose to be high in nutrients and antibodies.  Then, the milk comes in.  My question is this, If I am still breastfeeding, will the new baby miss out on those antibodies?  Will I have a more satiated baby because there will be milk already there?  Are there any benefits either way?  Just trying to figure out what to do...should I wean Harrison before I get pregnant/give birth?  Thanks in advance....

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DYNAMIC-DUO
5.00 (Excellent) | July 2007 | DYNAMIC-DUO
Re: Tandem Breastfeeding

I am currently tandem feeding my 21 month old son and my 9 month old daughter. On this website I was given a link which I found comforting:

http://www.breastfeedingbasics.com/html/nursing_during_pregnancy_and_tan.shtml

During very early pregnancy I experienced some nipple tenderness and felt like my milk production was decreasing but I made sure to drink plenty of water until the feeding seemed normal.

I was approached by a woman who said she was a lactation consultant and she expressed her pleasure in meeting someone who persevered in feeding two.

I love the convenience and bonding and also the understanding my two babies have when it comes to sharing. If I became pregnant again I still wouldn't rush my son into weaning! (Even at the risk of becoming a circus attraction)

I should warn you that 90+% of people you meet will think it strange but those around you get used to it and even admire it.

The other problem I had was in the first days after the birth my husband didn't visit until mid afternoon by which time I was desperate for my son to relieve me from engorgement in each breast !



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      HarrisonsMommy
5.00 (Excellent) | July 2007 | HarrisonsMommy
Re: Tandem Breastfeeding
Thanks Sandra.  It was a really good artice.  Initially when i decided to breast feed, I was going to stop after a year, then found out the WHO recommends 2 years.  So I figured I would go 2 years.  But after reading that article, it makes me think I might go on until he weans.  Thanks for sharing.
Angela


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           DYNAMIC-DUO
5.00 (Excellent) | August 2007 | DYNAMIC-DUO
Re: Tandem Breastfeeding
UR Welcome!  


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llmunchkin
5.00 (Excellent) | June 2007 | llmunchkin
Re: Tandem Breastfeeding
Hello, here is a link to Tanya's great advice/article that she wrote in regard to her current experiences with breastfeeding during her pregnancy - you might find it helpful.

http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6463/Breastfeeding-through-pregnancy/


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      HarrisonsMommy
5.00 (Excellent) | June 2007 | HarrisonsMommy
Re: Tandem Breastfeeding

Thanks Lui.  I feel like a dork for not researching before I posted the question.  I think it was an early morning post with Harrison up in the middle of the night and I wasn't thinking clearly.  I can't remember if I had researched it before and didn't find anything.  Anyway, thanks.

Ang



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jaxsycam
5.00 (Excellent) | June 2007 | jaxsycam
Re: Tandem Breastfeeding
i have been told that its good for baby as the milk is already there and you are already producing all the nutrients baby will need, and you dont have to worry about when your milk will come in it already there


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PHOENIX
5.00 (Excellent) | June 2007 | PHOENIX
Re: Tandem Breastfeeding
There are a few great books sold about tandem feeding. One is called Adventures in Tandem feeding.
While pregnant my understanding is your ilk reverts back to colostrum. Some children wean when you become pregnant some don't like the taste others love BF even more.
Perhaps contact a breastfeeding counsellor and discuss your options. They can give you all the information you need. They have several booklets and books sold through mothers direct as well.


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      vlooi
5.00 (Excellent) | June 2007 | vlooi
Re: Tandem Breastfeeding
Really good advice!


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