Re: How can I space out feedings?
I had the same problem with my daughter. her cluster feedings were making me crazy and i had a 3 1/2 year old to deal with and trek aroud town all thetime.
Yes, it will get better and space out in time. Give it a few weeks and you will see. I would suggest try offering both breasts even if she isnt takig much of the second one. I would also try to stop the slow sucking (which i found is more for comfort at the end of a nursing session) by pulling her off and switch side or giving her a quick break before offering it again. Its kinda to wake her up.
My doc suggested to try playing with her and keep her interest to hold off an extra 1/2 hour or whatever. Sing, walk around, have your 2 year old help sing and talk to her.
Thats all i can think of what i would do. I hope you can stick it out and it will get easier. We are here for you.
__________________
Co-Host of Born in June 2007
|