Baby girl, last night was still pretty rough! It was nice to know that you were getting something to eat through the syringe, but breastfeeding still wasn't ideal (and everything was taking close to 2 hours to get done). We decided to go again to see a lactation consultant at the hospital and Penelope was super helpful! You weighed in at 7 lbs, 0.5 oz- heading in the right direction! We have a new plan and I think that your Daddy and I are much more at ease with it! Instead of syringe feeding, we're going to finger feed you the breast milk. Penelope also showed me how to use a nipple shield and I think that will help you latch on better. And she said to only try to get you to breastfeed for like 15 minutes (not 30+ like we were doing) and then move on. Unlike syringe feeding, the finger feeding will help stimulate your suck reflex (which is mega strong). Rah Rah is going to stay until Monday now and your Daddy and I are so grateful!
I can tell that this position is going to be your Daddy's happy place!
And mine!
This afternoon's feedings have gone very well and I hope we have a much better night!
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