Finally after several trips to the polyclinic and countless blood tests, the doc announced that there is no more need for us to follow up on the jaundice level for Delan. It is now < 100 point.
HOORAY! Delan is gaining weight and has actually given me a lot of confidence for breastfeeding - I suppose only he + mum has supported me in giving breast milk.
In his small ways (gaining weight), Delan has given me a boost of confidence everytime doc/nurse asked if he is on total breastfeeding. I am so proud everytime I answered to the doc question... "Yes he is on breastfeeding"
I know Ben in his little actions do not approved of total breastfeeding... He has hinted for me to do it for only 1.5 months and to switch to formulas. I have been thinking of it as well...
Breastfeeding (100% pumping) is indeed very very tiring... especially when he feeds every 2-3 hours. First, we have to feed him using the bottle (burp/feed, burp/feed) takes approx. 30-40 mins, then I need to pump out (20 mins)..after 1 hour, the cycle repeats itself.
People tend to have the misconception that formulas will last longer and thus time spent feeding the baby will be shorter. Seriously I dont think so. If I switch to formulas, the only time i save is the pumping time.
Haiz... I am still thinking what is best solution to this....
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