Comments on: baby didn’t ship with a manual

By: The Sundermanns

The Sundermanns — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 15:21:06 +0000

Phil/Sandy…..cabbage leaves are good for engorgement not cracked nipples! Though don’t overdo on the cabbage leaves as it tends to decrease milk supply. Jorg is getting old….a bit of breast milk rubbed on cracked nipples are the best thing to soothe it. Also after feeding, air dry them….i.e. walk around topless! Hope Dumpling is latching on properly now. Good latch on ….very important = no sore nipples.
Will give you guys a call tomorrow. Meantime, looking for my copy of this book to send to you guys. “So That’s What They’re For!: The Definitive Breastfeeding Guide” Practical, humorous, excellent book!

Keep at it and soon it’ll be a breeze!

Hugs and kisses
Myrna and the boys

By: islandhippy

islandhippy — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 05:57:05 +0000

jörg — oh, that’s what the cabbage in the freezer was for! i stir-fried it for lunch yesterday with garlic and oyster sauce.

By: Katrina

Katrina — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 05:35:13 +0000

What great advice, guys you are doing so well. Stay strong and you will get there – these first weeks are hard but are the best in your life!

Hugs
Katrina

By: Rani

Rani — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 04:19:06 +0000

Good luck island hippies! you’re doing great! let me know when is the best time for me to visit, to give baby gifts!

By: jorg

jorg — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 02:48:08 +0000

thanks for sharing… since both of our boys grew up with breast milk, i think the hospital screwed this up! there is nothing better (and cheaper:) and there is no such thing as: “my breast are too small, i have no milk”…. all nonsense. and keep the bottles and powder far, far away. i do remember certain cabbage leaves are good for sore nipples.
see ya wednesday
PS: myrna, anymore tips?