You have to be strong and determined to fight against hospital procedures. They mean well, but often are misinformed or ignorant. They have blinders and want to do what is expedient, not thinking of the long term health or impact on bonding. Also it is easier for those in health care to give a bottle of formula than to encourage or help with breastfeeding. Just like doctors and nurses, there are good and not so good lactation consultants. Breastfeeding is an art in the first few days. Improper latch impacts milk production and infant intake.
My boy slid out "too quick" and they put him under the lamp for the first few days. Barely let us hold him.
If I could go back in time......I'd go to war to keep that from happening.
Thank you for giving that advice to OP. It so hard to know what's right at those critical times with enough conviction to force a change.
I'm sure OP would like any and all advice and reassurance you could offer. I cannot imagine the stress.
You have to be strong and determined to fight against hospital procedures. They mean well, but often are misinformed or ignorant. They have blinders and want to do what is expedient, not thinking of the long term health or impact on bonding. Also it is easier for those in health care to give a bottle of formula than to encourage or help with breastfeeding. Just like doctors and nurses, there are good and not so good lactation consultants. Breastfeeding is an art in the first few days. Improper latch impacts milk production and infant intake.