This particular issue can be a big problem for the mental state of mothers - if the baby does not feed well at the beginning then it often seems like everyone gets on the case and the hospital staff seem to be really good (in the UK) at making the mother feel like someone, it is her fault! If the baby does not wish to breast feed then the mother can often feel like cr@p. And when the baby stops feeding, this can also be a negative moment.
Maybe you’re just more relaxed and know what to expect second time around.
That definitely could be true! Apparently stress can really affect milk production, and I was definitely massively more stressed the first time!
This particular issue can be a big problem for the mental state of mothers - if the baby does not feed well at the beginning then it often seems like everyone gets on the case and the hospital staff seem to be really good (in the UK) at making the mother feel like someone, it is her fault!
If the baby does not wish to breast feed then the mother can often feel like cr@p. And when the baby stops feeding, this can also be a negative moment.
This is definitely true! I felt really bad when it didn't come easily with Leo, but I've come to peace with whatever I can manage 2nd time around 😊