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Linda · 02-22-2004, 10:19 PM

It must be so frustrating for you!

My best firend was able to overcome the same problem with her preemie twins...but her lactation consultant was helpful.(and she didn't have any other kids) She used nipple shields to help with the transferring from bottle to breast...and eventually did not need nipple shields any more.

Ignore what they said about the lactation consultant-call your local La Leche League Leader and put them to work for you. Tell them your story/challenges and they may be able to send someone to help you. You sound committed so it is worth a try.

Also-I think that there is a new hands free pump-that would help you some.

I commend you for being so dedicated : ) Do the best you can...don't be hard on yourself. And don't give up yet-the breast milk iis so important for them. (I am NOT trying to guilt you....more like pep talk you)

Good luck!

edited to add-I have to say all of the effort/money is worth it...you need to see your babies...they need to see you. Breastfeeding aside.

If you want me to put you in contact with my girlfriend who breastfed preemie twins please ask/pm me : )

And call the local twins/multiples groups...they could hep you with resources, lactation consultants, finding you a ride to the hospital. Also-what about social services?

02-22-2004, 10:19 PM	#2 (permalink)
Linda Senior Member iTrader: 4 / 100% Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Faith, love, hope, bliss. Posts: 11,209	It must be so frustrating for you! My best firend was able to overcome the same problem with her preemie twins...but her lactation consultant was helpful.(and she didn't have any other kids) She used nipple shields to help with the transferring from bottle to breast...and eventually did not need nipple shields any more. Ignore what they said about the lactation consultant-call your local La Leche League Leader and put them to work for you. Tell them your story/challenges and they may be able to send someone to help you. You sound committed so it is worth a try. Also-I think that there is a new hands free pump-that would help you some. I commend you for being so dedicated : ) Do the best you can...don't be hard on yourself. And don't give up yet-the breast milk iis so important for them. (I am NOT trying to guilt you....more like pep talk you) Good luck! edited to add-I have to say all of the effort/money is worth it...you need to see your babies...they need to see you. Breastfeeding aside. If you want me to put you in contact with my girlfriend who breastfed preemie twins please ask/pm me : ) And call the local twins/multiples groups...they could hep you with resources, lactation consultants, finding you a ride to the hospital. Also-what about social services? __________________ "If you only believe what you see, then you are limited to what's on the surface. If you only believe what you see, then why do you pay your electric bill?" Dr. Wayne Dyer Hot, yummy, pretty coffee...NZ style. Last edited by mowglimonster : 02-22-2004 at 10:22 PM.