Epidurals ‘hamper breastfeeding’
“Having an epidural to relieve labor pains is associated with problems breastfeeding, a study suggests.”
Links:
– Toronto Daily
– BBC News | Health
– The Australian
“Researchers said those who have the anaesthetic are more likely to have problems in the 1st week after birth and to stop breastfeeding early.”
“Lactation consultants had noticed that since the addition of fentanyl in epidurals they had seen more women having problems breastfeeding.”
It’s tough to be a mom…
Maybe that’s why I have been having problems…oh well…lots of children are bottle fed formula right after they are born and never get breastfed. I guess they are still alive, healthy and kicking around. You shouldn’t worry too much! Every woman is different and so maybe you’ll be a lucky one!
I read about that. Well, judging from my experience, I did have trouble breastfeeding – engorgement, baby having trouble latching on correctly so he’d bite, had to see a lactation specialist (wonderful pregnancy jargon). BUT, again it’s not Truth with the ultimate T. So not to worry. Unlike what the article said, despite my initial trouble with nursing, I didn’t quit. I’m still nursing and will continue to do so until 12 months.