If you have questions, concerns or need support, you can speak to a breastfeeding counsellor by calling our helpline on 0300 330 0700, whether you are exclusively breastfeeding or using formula milk. The breastfeeding class I went to said to feed at least every 3 hours so that is what I was going to do dangit! At 3 months, a baby averages a total of 5 hours of sleep during daytime naps and 10 hours at night, usually with an interruption or two. Sleep requirements for 3 to 4 year-olds. There is no way I could go 8 or more hours due to the pain. I've gone 10-12 hours without and my supply adjusted accordingly (at first I'd be engorged) ...LO would sleep 9-6 but now he has been waking few times around 1 so I'll feed. Making your Working and Breastfeeding Life Easier 8. Anonymous. There were a few mornings when I had to hand express to soften my breasts so he could latch but things regulated quickly. Enjoy the sleep, momma! Learn more about. If she doesn't need to nurse, no need to pump. I don't even go 8 hours without eating. Most babies this age sleep "through the night," meaning 6 to 8 hours … I don't do it. Two-year-old sleep needs. I try to keep it closer to 4 hours max just to be safe and my supply has been fine. Many moms feel guilty for nursing their baby to sleep. I set my alarm for 2 am and then she'll wake up around 4:30-5am to nurse. The longest I have gone without pumping is about 6 hours at night. My LO is sleeping until 6:30/7 and I would really like to sleep until then too but I'm afraid that's way too long! Hope this helps. The answer depends on the baby’s individual temperament, as well as his age. Susan E.C. If you're breastfeeding, on demand, don't wake to pump, enjoy your sleep. And he'll then happily play for another half hour, making about 12 hours of no-eating. My baby is 5 months old. Create an account or log in to participate. My child ate at 6:00 p.m., fell asleep at 8:00 p.m. (within the 2 hour period) and then woke at 2:00a.m. I exclusively pump and have gone 10 hours during the night between pumping sessions. My baby still gets up once a night to nurse. Some nights she sleeps from 1 to 7 and i breastfeed her then or sometimes its 1 to 9 just depends. When pumping during the night, milk yield tends to be better if you pump when you naturally wake (to go to the bathroom or because your breasts are uncomfortably full) than if you set an alarm to wake for pumping. If exclusively pumping, I would continue getting up as the pump isn't as effective as a baby. My supply has been great and my body has just learned that's when I demand milk. I generally trust that I can rely on him to tell me when he's hungry, but I was wondering if there's a limit to how long I can let him go without … Sorensen, a pediatrician in Reno, Nevada, explains that by the time they're this age, most babies can sleep comfortably for at least six hours without waking up to eat. I plan to nurse my baby right before I leave and immediately when I get back, and also pump 2-3 times a week on days when I’m not working. Babies will sleep for around 12 to 15 hours in total after their first birthday. 10 years ago. What is the longest stretch you can go at night without nursing or pumping without risking your supply? This action cannot be undone. I wouldn't allow it to go any longer than 4 hours between feedings in the day. Thanks. My LC said 4-5 hours max. She regularly has her first stretch at 6-7 hours. Archived discussions are usually a bit older and not as active as other community content. I recommend that you don’t go more than three hours during the day without nursing or pumping. The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of What to Expect. You can certainly take advantage and pump for your stash, but it's not necessary for your supply. You need to wake her up and feed her she is not getting the nutrition she needs. Hey Mamas,For those who are a STM and breastfed your last past 1 year, I was wondering if you could tell me how often your LO nursed once they hit 11/12+ months? This discussion is archived and locked for posting. I am still waking every 3 hours to pump and am tired of being so tired during the day. I'm pumping during the day 3x and nurse before bed and in the night. It depends if you want to build a stash or not...if you don't need to, I'd enjoy the sleep and let your body adjust! 9 Jacobs A et al. ^^ sorry I should mention that it didn't affect my supply. My LO is 4.5 month sleeps about 10-11 hours at night. If you are able to store 6 or more ounces in your “measuring cups,” then you can probably go 6-8 hours without affecting your milk supply. In addition, research shows that successful lactation depends on 8 or more nursings in 24 hours, both day and night, throughout the first month; 1 by establishing this pattern during the first few days, you will get breastfeeding off to a good start. Good routines take time to establish, and it pays to start soon, when baby is as young as 12 to 14 weeks. so I just always assumed when baby is hungry I nurse and my body will adjust. Let ur baby do the demanding. I really want to sleep at night and LO sleep s 7-8 hours and is 2 months old. A breast fed baby should be nursing every 1-3 hours. This discussion is archived and locked for posting. Most nights he doesn't even wake but I get to go to bed and sleep longer without getting uncomfortable. Are you sure you want to delete your discussion? You have to pump to tell your body, “Yes! But they may not sleep more than 1 to 2 hours at a time. I mean that in the nicest way as I get tired just from the 1 (sometimes two) motn sessions. As your child grows, they will need to eat a complete diet that includes healthy snacks and … My baby is 5 months old. Then i give the bottle. Create an account or log in to participate. Most babies who are exclusively breastfeeding drink 25-35 ounces of milk per day. I go back to work this coming week and am wondering what advise you mama’s have. Feeding cues; 2017 Sep [cited 2018 Feb]. My dd started sleeping 5 hrs at 1 month increase to 12 hrs by around 3/4 months then a month later had a sleep regression and wants more milk or because of a growth spurt. The average baby will eat every 2-3 hours. I always worry about my supply too. I am still waking every 3 hours to pump and am tired of being so tired during the day. she took fairly well to it, and i’ve been offering it to her with meals, or sometimes before naps (maybe about 2-3oz at a time).i’ve decided that i want to start weaning. In addition, if you are breastfeeding, we have seen mom’s milk supply decrease rapidly and irrecoverably if she goes too long without feeding too soon. reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts. If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. Of course lo is an early riser and likes to start her day at 6 am. I am in pain after 6 hours of not pumping/nursing. 8 Australian Breastfeeding Association [Internet]. Call her doctor and get her weighed. Learn more about. Breastfeeding: On demand, every 2 to 4 hours, or 7 to 12 times a day Exclusive pumping: 15 to 20 minutes per breast, or 2 to 5 minutes after breast is empty, 8 to 10 times a day (avoid going longer than 5 to 6 hours without pumping) Formula: 120 to 180 mL (4 to 6 oz) per feeding, about 6 to 8 times a day. It's long, please bear with me. We work hard to share our most timely and active conversations with you. I agree with other PP. Here are some tips to help get you to the job on time. How’s it going? Plus, I leak like crazy starting at around 6 hours. Feeding frequently in the early days and weeks helps make sure you have a good milk supply. He'll go to sleep at 12:30 AM and wake up at 12 PM or later. This action cannot be undone. A young baby whose diet consists solely of milk is likely to lose interest in nursing when your supply drops drastically, as it is certain to do if you go an 8 or 9 hour stretch without emptying your breasts. About 10 when I want to go to bed I grab him and nurse him. It's beneficial for both you and your baby to continue breastfeeding between 8 and 12 months. I exclusively pump and have gone 10 hours during the night between pumping sessions. Follow Your Baby's Cues to Start a Nursing-Free Nap Routine. 10 Lawrence RA, Lawrence RM. I try not to go longer than 4-4 1/2 hours. We strive to provide you with a high quality community experience. Now he goes nearly 12 hours. So going longer than 4-5 hours without nursing or pumping is likely to cause supply issues. I pump at 8,12,4, nurse at 10&5. There’s more stuff to manage, and more potential interruptions. Newborn babies should breastfeed 8–12 times per day for about the first month. i’ve always... Find advice, support, and good company (and some stuff just for fun). I've started to dream feed my baby. What is the longest you ladies are going without BF or pumping? I normally feed my 9 week old at 10:30 then wake up to pump at 5:00 where I normally get anywhere from 6-10 oz depending. If you're not giving the milk you're pumping I'd definitely stop waking up at night to pump if baby is sleeping. I really want to sleep at night and LO sleep s 7-8 hours and is 2 months old. Most 2 year-olds will sleep for 11 to 12 hours at night, with 1 or 2 naps in the daytime. And if she's younger than about 6 weeks, she really shouldn't be getting any bottles. What is the longest you ladies are going without BF or pumping? Just a ton of leaking and 19 oz of milk in the morning pump! reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts. Newborns have tiny tummies and so need to feed frequently. Don’t allow more than one five-hour period to pass without pumping during your baby’s first two weeks of life. DD is 6 months and is EBF (just introduced solids a week ago). At work, I pump 3 times and pump between 15-20 oz. Nursing your baby to sleep is not a bad thing to do! We work hard to share our most timely and active conversations with you. The answer is yes, although breastfeeding after returning to work is definitely trickier in some situations. I gave her the pacifier and she fell right back asleep until 3:50 a.m., without crying at all. At two weeks my pediatrician said I could let him go 5 hours if he wanted to. Another option is a hand pump. 8 hours is just way too long. Assess your breastfeeding status. Once you start pumping, it's important to know how to safely store your expressed milk. How long can I go and keep my supply regular? Make your morning getaway easier. Use of this site is subject to our terms of use and privacy policy. We respect everyone’s right to express their thoughts and opinions as long as they remain respectful of other community members, and meet What to Expect’s Terms of Use. Overnight if she goes 5-6 hour without a feed that's okay, but you need to make sure you wake her up. Shared custody and breastfeeding is possible. :). The educational health content on What To Expect is reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts to be up-to-date and in line with the latest evidence-based medical information and accepted health guidelines, including the medically reviewed What to Expect books by Heidi Murkoff. And if the baby gets a bottle instead of nursing, it’s important to pump around the same time. In my three pumps I get 10oz,4-6oz, and 4-6oz averaging 20-22 oz a day pumped plus nursing. However during the first 4 months i religiously got up and pumped every 3 hours and up to 5 hours at night. We keep them up because there are a ton of great conversations here and we believe you deserve to see them all. Breastfeeding: A guide for the medical profession; 2011. I was hoping at 8 weeks I would skip it, but seems not. Hi, I have a 5 month old and have been breastfeeding exclusively, but lately I’ve had a dramatic decrease in the amount I’m able to pump. Please whitelist our site to get all the best deals and offers from our partners. I've heard my body will adjust (demand = supply) and that I may start to dry up. Consider these do's and don'ts for breast milk storage. I go between 9-12 hours without nursing or pumping every night. Generally, newborns sleep about 8 to 9 hours in the daytime and about 8 hours at night. I've been doing this for 2 weeks and my supply is great. At first it can be uncomfortable but your body will regulate itself. They can cause nipple confusion -- and the time YOU are spending on the pump so you can sleep an extra hour at night can be better spend resting during the day. This educational content is not medical or diagnostic advice. Most babies don't start sleeping through the night (6 to 8 hours) without waking until they are about 3 months old, or until they weigh 12 to 13 pounds. Even if your baby is eating from a bottle, your body doesn’t know that. How long can I go and keep my supply regular? Dr Jack Newman, a Canadian paediatrician explains: I'm struggling after my recent Stillbirth last Monday. Please whitelist our site to get all the best deals and offers from our partners. If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. 1. Are you sure you want to delete your discussion? Til i get her ready for bed. A baby adds a new wrinkle to the getting-ready-for-work routine. It's different if you exclusively pump to if you breastfeed. I guess my question is, has anyone occasionally gone 8-9 hours without breastfeeding or pumping and not had a drop in their milk supply? 1114 p. Breastfeeding counsellors have had extensive training, will listen without judging or criticising and will offer relevant information and suggestions. If your baby is just a few weeks old, you may feel breastfeeding … Baby needs milk still!” Ok, so I'm pretty sure I had my first clogged duct this morning. Ditto pp re a battery pack for the pump. 1 0. What to Expect has thousands of open discussions happening each day. I don't know if that's right or not though. However, breast milk alone is not enough to meet your baby's nutritional needs beyond 6 months of age. The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of What to Expect. Night Feedings By Age Below are the number of feedings at night, at various ages, that are within “normal” range (in my experience) and don’t throw up a red flag that there is more going on than just a feeding: I am currently going about 6 hours at night and waking up at 4am to pump. At night the longest he goes is about 5 hours. We strive to provide you with a high quality community experience. Geburtshilfe Frauenheilkd. © 2020 Everyday Health, Inc. S3-guidelines for the treatment of inflammatory breast disease during the lactation period. I'm pretty sure it's because I slept on my right boob for most of the night. What to Expect has thousands of open discussions happening each day. Focus on the total number of pumpings each day (8-10 times per 24 hours) rather than the time between pumpings (every 2-3 hours). This is a long post, I’m just getting nervous about leaving my babe and I’ve been crying everyday just the thought of him not being about to nurse for comfort when... Find advice, support, and good company (and some stuff just for fun). Breastfeeding is a natural thing to do, but it still comes with its fair share of questions. Baby’s 12th week I pump before bed as a routine, but I never knew anyone to wake up to pump, etc. I work 2 days a week for 8 hours a day and pump twice while I’m at work and nurse her on my lunch break thanks to my mom bringing her to me. My 6 week old baby slept 8 hours last night,going 10 hours without eating is that okay? My lo is 5.5 months old. © 2020 Everyday Health, Inc. 2013;73(12):1202-1208. I usually nurse my LO between 9 and 10pm. The educational health content on What To Expect is reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts to be up-to-date and in line with the latest evidence-based medical information and accepted health guidelines, including the medically reviewed What to Expect books by Heidi Murkoff. Many babies who are born full-term and are healthy can go through the night without a feeding by about 6 months. Just go with what your daughters asking for. I can't imagine waking up in the night when not needed! Use of this site is subject to our terms of use and privacy policy. This action cannot be undone. We respect everyone’s right to express their thoughts and opinions as long as they remain respectful of other community members, and meet What to Expect’s Terms of Use. Pregnant 6 times, I have only 1 child. 10 Things Never to Say to a Mom With a New Baby. I only pumped a handful of times to help with engorgement if it woke me up. However during the first 4 months i religiously got up and pumped every 3 hours and up to 5 hours at night. Most children aged 3 or 4 will need about 12 hours sleep, but this can range from 8 hours … 1. I pump before I go to bed around 9-10 pm and then get up once a night around 2am to pump. Here's what you need to know about how often and how long to breastfeed your baby. Avoid going longer than 5-6 hours without pumping during the first few months. There is no need to wake up to pump. My history; - 2week miscarriage 2011- 4 week miscarriage 2015- Successful 36week pregnancy, she's 4.5 years old. If she is sleeping through no need to pump. Many moms find it easier to focus on their daily total rather than pumping at a set time each day. Ideally parents will work out a visiting plan or formal parenting agreement that respects the child’s need to be with his mother and to continue breastfeeding while still seeing the other parent. This educational content is not medical or diagnostic advice. Most babies who are getting breast milk should not be fed infant formula in the first few days. Are you sure you want to delete your comment? Then I feed her at 6 before I leave for work at 6:45. On the days I’m home she nurses every 2 hours. Some babies don't do this, but they are the exception, not the rule. 2016 - Blighted Ovum 2019- 8 week miscarriage 2019- Stillborn at 30... so i introduced my daughter to cow’s milk about 3 weeks ago. Are you sure you want to delete your comment? Your body will regulate milk production to match lo's routine. At first ul be engorged but ur body will respond. We keep them up because there are a ton of great conversations here and we believe you deserve to see them all. For example, the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine supplementation protocol (2017) reports that the average intakes of colostrum per feed by healthy, term breastfed is 2-10 mL on day 1, 5-15 mL on day 2, 15-30 mL on day 3 and 30-60 mL on day 4. Read on for tips on how to make it work for you and your baby. Archived discussions are usually a bit older and not as active as other community content. If you're breast-feeding and going back to work or looking for more flexibility, you're probably considering using a breast pump. In dire situations I have quickly used a … It's very normal and developmentally appropriate for babies to nurse to sleep and to wake 1-3 times during the night for the first year or so. 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