| The reason why bottle feeding is not recommended when you are trying to establish is that there is a high RISK that they will get nipple confusion. That is not to say that all babies will get nipple confusion. I have no idea what the percentages are. It's probably impossible to get accurate figures. But that fact is that nipple confusion is very common, so why take the risk if you can avoid it?
I can imagine how difficult it is having to cope with supplementation problems as well as deal with all the other newborn issues! I think the best way to solve your supplementation dilemma is to minimise the need for them, by making sure your baby is breastfeeding effectively. See a lactation consultant or LLL leader if you haven't already. Even a small improvement in latching can make a huge difference to your baby's need for supplements.
I had lots of problems with engorgement in the early days with my first baby, and none whatsoever with my second baby, which I put down to the fact that my second baby's latch must have been much better - she was so much more efficient at draining the breast.  |