Growth Spurt?

[TulipsAndSunscreen]

So Delia has become hysterical if I don't feed her hourly (or more often) in the last 48 hours. She even roots in her sleep. She only sleeps for a few minutes at a time and if I remove her from the breast in this time, she freaks OUT.

I think this is the normal timeframe for a growth spurt (17 days) but can someone confirm this for me?

I feel so badly for her. She seems desperately hungry all the time but I can't imagine there's much milk in there any more since she's feeding constantly. I don't think I'm having a supply issue because the one time she did go 2 hours in the last 48 hours, my breasts filled right up again.

[Pollyanna]

Will she take a paci? It might just be that she has a strong desire to suck and is unable to get her thumb yet (or may not be interested in her thumb).

[Thirteen]

First growth spurt is at 2 weeks, then 1 month, then every month for the first year.
Totally normal, but tiring nonetheless.
Don't fret! An emptied breast only needs 20 minutes to replenish itself.
You are doing a great job!



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[scrub-jay]

Maybe she is "putting in her order" for an upcoming growth spurt? My dd did that like crazy.

[SoonerTexan]

This was about the time breastfeeding and I had our duel to the death. Hugs! Get out the nipple butter! I was convinced she had razors in there. Still sort of am.

[ladymoreta]

This is completely unsound advice, and I fully expect to be flamed, but... When DD had a really big growth spurt and wasn't sleeping around then, I nursed her then went to bed and let DH give her a 2 oz bottle of formula when she woke up the next time. It bought me a little uninterrupted sleep, and I don't think that one feeding messed up my supply. Sometimes it's just about survival!

[HouseofWool]

I would do the same Laurie. It saved me because I could get about 4 straight hours of sleep, which was heavenly.

My guess is that it is either a growth spurt or she will be having one shortly. And by the way? We need to see more pictures of your little darling.

[Thirteen]

Also, I totally understand that not everyone else is crazy like me. DS has never had formula, and he was truly a super lazy and inefficient nurser. You do what works for you, and don't feel badly about any of it. Survival is key.


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[scrub-jay]

Also, I totally understand that not everyone else is crazy like me. DS has never had formula, and he was truly a super lazy and inefficient nurser. You do what works for you, and don't feel badly about any of it. Survival is key.


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Same here. I was really stubborn, BUT I would never ever judge a mom for that!! I truly believe that sleep makes me a far better mother.

Laurie- Flame you for that? Pfffft!! (We all do what we have to, I've been judged for being a WOTH mom for example). You are a phenomenal mom who I can't wait to meet someday! ((still chuckling for the flame comment))

[ladymoreta]

Haha I heart you guys!

[Vishenka69]

This is completely unsound advice, and I fully expect to be flamed, but... When DD had a really big growth spurt and wasn't sleeping around then, I nursed her then went to bed and let DH give her a 2 oz bottle of formula when she woke up the next time. It bought me a little uninterrupted sleep, and I don't think that one feeding messed up my supply. Sometimes it's just about survival!

Although I did the same thing, I have a very fragmented memory of the first couple of months.

[SoonerTexan]

This is completely unsound advice, and I fully expect to be flamed, but... When DD had a really big growth spurt and wasn't sleeping around then, I nursed her then went to bed and let DH give her a 2 oz bottle of formula when she woke up the next time. It bought me a little uninterrupted sleep, and I don't think that one feeding messed up my supply. Sometimes it's just about survival!

I did the same thing, just with pre-pumped breastmilk. I couldn't take it anymore.

[scrub-jay]

I'm telling you, there is something to be said for putting your own oxygen mask on first. There comes a point where you need sleep. If you find a trick that works at 3am...you do it, even if it's irrational or ridiculous. Yes, running the dishwasher repeatedly on empty bc it calms the fussy baby...yes, I'm a water-waster :P. But you do what you've gotta do. No judgement here!! lol

[weeniegeniewife]

This is completely unsound advice

Why is that unsound advice? My DD had formula and it is what helped her sleep and not need to feed 24-7. You do what you have to do to get rest and stay sane.

[SoonerTexan]

Why is that unsound advice?

I think she was talking about if you want to continue breastfeeding, since in theory supplementing with formula might reduce your own supply. Obviously 2 oz isn't going to do that and formula isn't the end of the world either!