Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 You do not have to pump and dump because of the anesthetic! Your surgeon/anesthesiologist is wrong. Wendi will have more info on this. Michele Hi. I mostly lurk here, but I have a question to ask of you all. I wastold today that I have to have surgery to permanently remove a cyst. I knewI would have to have this surgery, so it is no big surprise, but Blake can'thave my milk for 24 hours b/c of the anesthetic. I have to pump and dump.:-( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 You do not have to pump and dump because of the anesthetic! Your surgeon/anesthesiologist is wrong. Wendi will have more info on this. Michele Hi. I mostly lurk here, but I have a question to ask of you all. I wastold today that I have to have surgery to permanently remove a cyst. I knewI would have to have this surgery, so it is no big surprise, but Blake can'thave my milk for 24 hours b/c of the anesthetic. I have to pump and dump.:-( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 You do not have to pump and dump because of the anesthetic! Your surgeon/anesthesiologist is wrong. Wendi will have more info on this. Michele Hi. I mostly lurk here, but I have a question to ask of you all. I wastold today that I have to have surgery to permanently remove a cyst. I knewI would have to have this surgery, so it is no big surprise, but Blake can'thave my milk for 24 hours b/c of the anesthetic. I have to pump and dump.:-( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 At 12:23 PM 5/23/00 -0700, you wrote: >I would have to have this surgery, so it is no big surprise, but Blake can't >have my milk for 24 hours b/c of the anesthetic. I have to pump and dump. Tina, Your surgeon is misinformed, no surprise there. Please, please please, find someone locally who owns a copy of Hale's " Medications and Mother's Milk " and take it with you or call your surgeon with this in your hands. As he says an anesthetic by name, and that it's unsafe for breastfeeding, please look it up. Almost all anesthetics are safe to take for breastfeeding mothers. The great thing about anesthetics is that they wear off completely really fast. Most anesthetics wear off within minutes after the last dose, and you can safely nurse. You'll probably also get an antibiotic, a painkiller, and probably an anti-inflammatory. Many of these meds are perfectly safe to take while breastfeeding. 6 years ago, the American Academy of Pediatrics published a list of drugs safe for breastfeeding mothers to take. Your physician is truly uneducated if he isn't willing to bother to check this list out. If you need a medication, he should look it up, or ask the pharmacist to do so. Also, there are lots of studies that show that women who nurse after breast surgery heal faster. Even if there's blood in your milk, it's safe for your baby, since breastmilk is a blood product. If your surgeon is half as good as he thinks he is, there won't be any danger of " remnants " of the cysts in your breast either that would pose a problem to a nursing baby. Same goes for an infection. Breastmilk is a sterile product, and can be used for moist wound healing... breastmilk also contains antibodies and can help fight infection. Your baby's mouth theoretically contains germs that could cause infection, but you would be taking antibiotics whether or not you're nursing most likely, plus getting the benefit of antibodies in breastmilk. You should try nursing from that side after the surgery to help in healing! If your doctor tells you otherwise, remind him that it's *your body* and *your choice* and he can note that you've chosen not to follow his orders in your charts if it makes him more comfortable. If you're not comfortable being assertive to your doctor, try to find an ally who can be your voice. A LLL Leader might be willing, or contact an IBCLC who works in the hospital you'll stay in. If your cyst isn't life-threatening and you can wait another month or so, consider finding another surgeon who is supportive of breastfeeding. I hope things go well for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 I had this problem when I had my gall bladder removed three weeks ago. I called the lactation consultant at my hospital and she was helpful. She suggested renting a hospital grade pump and pumping after I nursed. The problem was that my son nurses so often, so that was difficult. I was able to get some milk stored ahead of time, but not quite enough. My husband would give him 1/2 formula and 1/2 ebm for that one day and then I nursed him after 24 hours. I would have rather have him just gotten bm but I tried my best and I couldn't put off the surgery. He was fine and was very happy to nurse again. Email me if you have any questions. Good luck on your surgery. Krista eyetalic@... Different anasthsiologitAt 12:23 PM 5/23/00 -0700, you wrote: > I was > I knew > I would have to have this surgery, so it is no big surprise, but Blake can't > I have to pump and dump. > :-( > > Anyway, how can I possibly store milk while I am bfing Blake all day long. > I don't want to cheat him out of nursing, but I feel like maybe I should > Any > advice would be really helpful b/c I just don't see how I can do this. > TIA, > Tina and Blake 4-2-00 > > > > > Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! > http://www.lactivist.com > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 I had this problem when I had my gall bladder removed three weeks ago. I called the lactation consultant at my hospital and she was helpful. She suggested renting a hospital grade pump and pumping after I nursed. The problem was that my son nurses so often, so that was difficult. I was able to get some milk stored ahead of time, but not quite enough. My husband would give him 1/2 formula and 1/2 ebm for that one day and then I nursed him after 24 hours. I would have rather have him just gotten bm but I tried my best and I couldn't put off the surgery. He was fine and was very happy to nurse again. Email me if you have any questions. Good luck on your surgery. Krista eyetalic@... Different anasthsiologitAt 12:23 PM 5/23/00 -0700, you wrote: > I was > I knew > I would have to have this surgery, so it is no big surprise, but Blake can't > I have to pump and dump. > :-( > > Anyway, how can I possibly store milk while I am bfing Blake all day long. > I don't want to cheat him out of nursing, but I feel like maybe I should > Any > advice would be really helpful b/c I just don't see how I can do this. > TIA, > Tina and Blake 4-2-00 > > > > > Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! > http://www.lactivist.com > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 I had this problem when I had my gall bladder removed three weeks ago. I called the lactation consultant at my hospital and she was helpful. She suggested renting a hospital grade pump and pumping after I nursed. The problem was that my son nurses so often, so that was difficult. I was able to get some milk stored ahead of time, but not quite enough. My husband would give him 1/2 formula and 1/2 ebm for that one day and then I nursed him after 24 hours. I would have rather have him just gotten bm but I tried my best and I couldn't put off the surgery. He was fine and was very happy to nurse again. Email me if you have any questions. Good luck on your surgery. Krista eyetalic@... Different anasthsiologitAt 12:23 PM 5/23/00 -0700, you wrote: > I was > I knew > I would have to have this surgery, so it is no big surprise, but Blake can't > I have to pump and dump. > :-( > > Anyway, how can I possibly store milk while I am bfing Blake all day long. > I don't want to cheat him out of nursing, but I feel like maybe I should > Any > advice would be really helpful b/c I just don't see how I can do this. > TIA, > Tina and Blake 4-2-00 > > > > > Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! > http://www.lactivist.com > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 I had three different anesthesiologist tell me different things, ugh. One told me I could nurse right afterwards, another told me to give at least 8-12 hours and another told me 24. I wanted to be on the safe side. I know they use different kinds, so maybe that makes a difference? I'm curious to know now. Evan still had to have some breastmilk for the time I was waiting and in surgery. Krista eyetalic@... >You do not have to pump and dump because of the anesthetic! Your surgeon/anesthesiologist is wrong. Wendi will have more info on this. __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 Thanks for the help Margaret. Tina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 , My surgeon is not against breastfeeding, I just think he doesn't know very much about it, like you said. I knew I was going to have this surgery before my baby was born and I asked that LC at the hospital where I had him what I would need to do. Even she said I wold have to pump and dump for 24 hours. Maybe it's just batter safe than sorry. That's for the help and advice. Tina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 Krista, That is the same way I am too. Blake is eating every 2-4 hours, so I feel like I don't have time to pump between his feedings. I like the idea of pumping one side while he eats on the other. That is a good idea. I think I will try that. Thanks for your help. Tina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 Krista, That is the same way I am too. Blake is eating every 2-4 hours, so I feel like I don't have time to pump between his feedings. I like the idea of pumping one side while he eats on the other. That is a good idea. I think I will try that. Thanks for your help. Tina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 Krista, That is the same way I am too. Blake is eating every 2-4 hours, so I feel like I don't have time to pump between his feedings. I like the idea of pumping one side while he eats on the other. That is a good idea. I think I will try that. Thanks for your help. Tina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 Your lucky, my little one still eats every hour or two during the day. He's a comfort nurser too, so I think that has a lot to do with it. I enjoy it though, it's just hard to get anything else done. (we're moving in a month, ugh!) I hope it all works out for you! Krista eyetalic@... Evan 2/10/00 At 01:42 PM 5/23/00 -0700, you wrote: > Krista, > Blake is eating every 2-4 hours, so I feel > I like the idea of > I think > I will try that. > > Thanks for your help. > Tina > > > > Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! > http://www.lactivist.com > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 Your lucky, my little one still eats every hour or two during the day. He's a comfort nurser too, so I think that has a lot to do with it. I enjoy it though, it's just hard to get anything else done. (we're moving in a month, ugh!) I hope it all works out for you! Krista eyetalic@... Evan 2/10/00 At 01:42 PM 5/23/00 -0700, you wrote: > Krista, > Blake is eating every 2-4 hours, so I feel > I like the idea of > I think > I will try that. > > Thanks for your help. > Tina > > > > Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! > http://www.lactivist.com > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 First of all I would double check that your doctor is correct about having to pump,and dump for twenty-four hours. Sometimes this is necessary, and sometimes it's not. Doctors sometimes just assume that it is, and don't check. You can ask your doctor what she or he is using for anesthesia and then ask an lc or check http://neonatal.ttuhsc.edu/lact/ . If you do have to pump, don't worry, you won't cheat Blake out of any nursings. When you start to pump, your body will simply make more milk. You do not need to give him formula to replace a pumping session. To start you could try pumping one side while he's nursing on the other, or pumping after he's nursed. After several sessions like this, you will produce more milk. You could also pump between his feedings. Remember, your body will make more milk for him. Many of us do this and it works out just fine. HTH. Margaret Tina wrote: > Hi. I mostly lurk here, but I have a question to ask of you all. I was > told today that I have to have surgery to permanently remove a cyst. I knew > I would have to have this surgery, so it is no big surprise, but Blake can't > have my milk for 24 hours b/c of the anesthetic. I have to pump and dump. > :-( > > Anyway, how can I possibly store milk while I am bfing Blake all day long. > I don't want to cheat him out of nursing, but I feel like maybe I should > give him a formula bottle in place of pumping once a day or something. Any > advice would be really helpful b/c I just don't see how I can do this. > TIA, > Tina and Blake 4-2-00 > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > High rates giving you headaches? The 0% APR Introductory Rate from > Capital One. 9.9% Fixed thereafter! > http://click./1/3010/0/_/410002/_/959109358/ > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 First of all I would double check that your doctor is correct about having to pump,and dump for twenty-four hours. Sometimes this is necessary, and sometimes it's not. Doctors sometimes just assume that it is, and don't check. You can ask your doctor what she or he is using for anesthesia and then ask an lc or check http://neonatal.ttuhsc.edu/lact/ . If you do have to pump, don't worry, you won't cheat Blake out of any nursings. When you start to pump, your body will simply make more milk. You do not need to give him formula to replace a pumping session. To start you could try pumping one side while he's nursing on the other, or pumping after he's nursed. After several sessions like this, you will produce more milk. You could also pump between his feedings. Remember, your body will make more milk for him. Many of us do this and it works out just fine. HTH. Margaret Tina wrote: > Hi. I mostly lurk here, but I have a question to ask of you all. I was > told today that I have to have surgery to permanently remove a cyst. I knew > I would have to have this surgery, so it is no big surprise, but Blake can't > have my milk for 24 hours b/c of the anesthetic. I have to pump and dump. > :-( > > Anyway, how can I possibly store milk while I am bfing Blake all day long. > I don't want to cheat him out of nursing, but I feel like maybe I should > give him a formula bottle in place of pumping once a day or something. Any > advice would be really helpful b/c I just don't see how I can do this. > TIA, > Tina and Blake 4-2-00 > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > High rates giving you headaches? The 0% APR Introductory Rate from > Capital One. 9.9% Fixed thereafter! > http://click./1/3010/0/_/410002/_/959109358/ > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 First of all I would double check that your doctor is correct about having to pump,and dump for twenty-four hours. Sometimes this is necessary, and sometimes it's not. Doctors sometimes just assume that it is, and don't check. You can ask your doctor what she or he is using for anesthesia and then ask an lc or check http://neonatal.ttuhsc.edu/lact/ . If you do have to pump, don't worry, you won't cheat Blake out of any nursings. When you start to pump, your body will simply make more milk. You do not need to give him formula to replace a pumping session. To start you could try pumping one side while he's nursing on the other, or pumping after he's nursed. After several sessions like this, you will produce more milk. You could also pump between his feedings. Remember, your body will make more milk for him. Many of us do this and it works out just fine. HTH. Margaret Tina wrote: > Hi. I mostly lurk here, but I have a question to ask of you all. I was > told today that I have to have surgery to permanently remove a cyst. I knew > I would have to have this surgery, so it is no big surprise, but Blake can't > have my milk for 24 hours b/c of the anesthetic. I have to pump and dump. > :-( > > Anyway, how can I possibly store milk while I am bfing Blake all day long. > I don't want to cheat him out of nursing, but I feel like maybe I should > give him a formula bottle in place of pumping once a day or something. Any > advice would be really helpful b/c I just don't see how I can do this. > TIA, > Tina and Blake 4-2-00 > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > High rates giving you headaches? The 0% APR Introductory Rate from > Capital One. 9.9% Fixed thereafter! > http://click./1/3010/0/_/410002/_/959109358/ > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 Tina, I believe you have received misinformation. It is my understanding that most general anesthetics are gone from your system by the time you are feeling fresh and awake. I would contact your local LLL league or a local IBCLC to get proper information. I can also look up the medications by name or I can give you the number of a breastfeeding medications specialist. Make sure you have accurate info before doing this. Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources storage question Hi. I mostly lurk here, but I have a question to ask of you all. I was told today that I have to have surgery to permanently remove a cyst. I knew I would have to have this surgery, so it is no big surprise, but Blake can't have my milk for 24 hours b/c of the anesthetic. I have to pump and dump. :-( Anyway, how can I possibly store milk while I am bfing Blake all day long. I don't want to cheat him out of nursing, but I feel like maybe I should give him a formula bottle in place of pumping once a day or something. Any advice would be really helpful b/c I just don't see how I can do this. TIA, Tina and Blake 4-2-00 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ High rates giving you headaches? The 0% APR Introductory Rate from Capital One. 9.9% Fixed thereafter! http://click./1/3010/0/_/410002/_/959109358/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! http://www.lactivist.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 Tina, I believe you have received misinformation. It is my understanding that most general anesthetics are gone from your system by the time you are feeling fresh and awake. I would contact your local LLL league or a local IBCLC to get proper information. I can also look up the medications by name or I can give you the number of a breastfeeding medications specialist. Make sure you have accurate info before doing this. Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources storage question Hi. I mostly lurk here, but I have a question to ask of you all. I was told today that I have to have surgery to permanently remove a cyst. I knew I would have to have this surgery, so it is no big surprise, but Blake can't have my milk for 24 hours b/c of the anesthetic. I have to pump and dump. :-( Anyway, how can I possibly store milk while I am bfing Blake all day long. I don't want to cheat him out of nursing, but I feel like maybe I should give him a formula bottle in place of pumping once a day or something. Any advice would be really helpful b/c I just don't see how I can do this. TIA, Tina and Blake 4-2-00 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ High rates giving you headaches? The 0% APR Introductory Rate from Capital One. 9.9% Fixed thereafter! http://click./1/3010/0/_/410002/_/959109358/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! http://www.lactivist.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 Thanks Wendi. When I know for sure I will let you know. I am sure there is a way to call the hospital I will have the surgery done at to find out what meds I will be given. I think I need to clear this up, though, not that it really makes a difference. The cyst is not on my breast. It's not even close to it. Breast feeding won't be a problem after the surgery, which will be done as an outpatient thing. Thanks for all of your help. I really appreciate it! Tina storage question > > >Hi. I mostly lurk here, but I have a question to ask of you all. I was >told today that I have to have surgery to permanently remove a cyst. I knew >I would have to have this surgery, so it is no big surprise, but Blake can't >have my milk for 24 hours b/c of the anesthetic. I have to pump and dump. >:-( > >Anyway, how can I possibly store milk while I am bfing Blake all day long. >I don't want to cheat him out of nursing, but I feel like maybe I should >give him a formula bottle in place of pumping once a day or something. Any >advice would be really helpful b/c I just don't see how I can do this. >TIA, >Tina and Blake 4-2-00 > > > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >High rates giving you headaches? The 0% APR Introductory Rate from >Capital One. 9.9% Fixed thereafter! >http://click./1/3010/0/_/410002/_/959109358/ >------------------------------------------------------------------------ > >Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! >http://www.lactivist.com > > > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >Failed tests, classes skipped, forgotten locker combinations. >Remember the good 'ol days >http://click./1/4053/0/_/410002/_/959119286/ >------------------------------------------------------------------------ > >Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! >http://www.lactivist.com > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 Thanks Wendi. When I know for sure I will let you know. I am sure there is a way to call the hospital I will have the surgery done at to find out what meds I will be given. I think I need to clear this up, though, not that it really makes a difference. The cyst is not on my breast. It's not even close to it. Breast feeding won't be a problem after the surgery, which will be done as an outpatient thing. Thanks for all of your help. I really appreciate it! Tina storage question > > >Hi. I mostly lurk here, but I have a question to ask of you all. I was >told today that I have to have surgery to permanently remove a cyst. I knew >I would have to have this surgery, so it is no big surprise, but Blake can't >have my milk for 24 hours b/c of the anesthetic. I have to pump and dump. >:-( > >Anyway, how can I possibly store milk while I am bfing Blake all day long. >I don't want to cheat him out of nursing, but I feel like maybe I should >give him a formula bottle in place of pumping once a day or something. Any >advice would be really helpful b/c I just don't see how I can do this. >TIA, >Tina and Blake 4-2-00 > > > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >High rates giving you headaches? The 0% APR Introductory Rate from >Capital One. 9.9% Fixed thereafter! >http://click./1/3010/0/_/410002/_/959109358/ >------------------------------------------------------------------------ > >Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! >http://www.lactivist.com > > > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >Failed tests, classes skipped, forgotten locker combinations. >Remember the good 'ol days >http://click./1/4053/0/_/410002/_/959119286/ >------------------------------------------------------------------------ > >Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! >http://www.lactivist.com > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 Thanks Wendi. When I know for sure I will let you know. I am sure there is a way to call the hospital I will have the surgery done at to find out what meds I will be given. I think I need to clear this up, though, not that it really makes a difference. The cyst is not on my breast. It's not even close to it. Breast feeding won't be a problem after the surgery, which will be done as an outpatient thing. Thanks for all of your help. I really appreciate it! Tina storage question > > >Hi. I mostly lurk here, but I have a question to ask of you all. I was >told today that I have to have surgery to permanently remove a cyst. I knew >I would have to have this surgery, so it is no big surprise, but Blake can't >have my milk for 24 hours b/c of the anesthetic. I have to pump and dump. >:-( > >Anyway, how can I possibly store milk while I am bfing Blake all day long. >I don't want to cheat him out of nursing, but I feel like maybe I should >give him a formula bottle in place of pumping once a day or something. Any >advice would be really helpful b/c I just don't see how I can do this. >TIA, >Tina and Blake 4-2-00 > > > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >High rates giving you headaches? The 0% APR Introductory Rate from >Capital One. 9.9% Fixed thereafter! >http://click./1/3010/0/_/410002/_/959109358/ >------------------------------------------------------------------------ > >Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! >http://www.lactivist.com > > > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >Failed tests, classes skipped, forgotten locker combinations. >Remember the good 'ol days >http://click./1/4053/0/_/410002/_/959119286/ >------------------------------------------------------------------------ > >Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! >http://www.lactivist.com > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 At 03:38 PM 5/23/00 -0700, you wrote: >Thanks Wendi. When I know for sure I will let you know. I am sure there is >a way to call the hospital I will have the surgery done at to find out what >meds I will be given. Can't you just call the doctor or surgeon who will remove your cyst? >I think I need to clear this up, though, not that it really makes a >difference. The cyst is not on my breast. It's not even close to it. >Breast feeding won't be a problem after the surgery, which will be done as >an outpatient thing. That was probably me assuming it was on your breast... it's not uncommon. Hopefully, as this will be an out-patient or day-surgery situation for you, the meds you'll get won't need to be seriously strong. When you find out what you'll need to take, it will help to ask if it's been approved by the American Academy of Pediatrics for breastfeeding mothers. Many anesthesias have been. Most antibiotics have been. Many painkillers have been, too. If the first choice from your doctor isn't approved, maybe there's an alternative that is safe for nursing moms to take. When you say you'd rather be " safe than sorry, " I can't help remembering the outcome of what a few bottles did to my first nursing experience, and really hope that it doesn't happen to you. (This is one of my soapbox issues, forgive me!) Just one bottle can mean the beginning of the end of a nursing relationship for some babies. For me, I was sorry I ever started giving bottles. Once we'd broken that ground, it was easier to give another, and skip a nursing session... and another... and another... until my baby no longer wanted to nurse at all. You may be able to take just enough anesthesia to do the job for your surgery that will be out of your system fastest. Once you are awake enough to hold your baby, most of the anethesia is already out of your system, and the fraction that goes to your baby will have very little or no effect on him. If you need a painkiller, codeine is actually approved by the AAP for breastfeeding mothers!! Tylenol #3 was one we were just discussing recently, and might be a feasible medication for you following surgery. There are so many meds safe to take while you're breastfeeding, including anesthesia. Many mothers who have cesarean births have general anesthesia and are able to nurse immediately after their birth. It's not out of the question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 23, 2000 Report Share Posted May 23, 2000 At 03:38 PM 5/23/00 -0700, you wrote: >Thanks Wendi. When I know for sure I will let you know. I am sure there is >a way to call the hospital I will have the surgery done at to find out what >meds I will be given. Can't you just call the doctor or surgeon who will remove your cyst? >I think I need to clear this up, though, not that it really makes a >difference. The cyst is not on my breast. It's not even close to it. >Breast feeding won't be a problem after the surgery, which will be done as >an outpatient thing. That was probably me assuming it was on your breast... it's not uncommon. Hopefully, as this will be an out-patient or day-surgery situation for you, the meds you'll get won't need to be seriously strong. When you find out what you'll need to take, it will help to ask if it's been approved by the American Academy of Pediatrics for breastfeeding mothers. Many anesthesias have been. Most antibiotics have been. Many painkillers have been, too. If the first choice from your doctor isn't approved, maybe there's an alternative that is safe for nursing moms to take. When you say you'd rather be " safe than sorry, " I can't help remembering the outcome of what a few bottles did to my first nursing experience, and really hope that it doesn't happen to you. (This is one of my soapbox issues, forgive me!) Just one bottle can mean the beginning of the end of a nursing relationship for some babies. For me, I was sorry I ever started giving bottles. Once we'd broken that ground, it was easier to give another, and skip a nursing session... and another... and another... until my baby no longer wanted to nurse at all. You may be able to take just enough anesthesia to do the job for your surgery that will be out of your system fastest. Once you are awake enough to hold your baby, most of the anethesia is already out of your system, and the fraction that goes to your baby will have very little or no effect on him. If you need a painkiller, codeine is actually approved by the AAP for breastfeeding mothers!! Tylenol #3 was one we were just discussing recently, and might be a feasible medication for you following surgery. There are so many meds safe to take while you're breastfeeding, including anesthesia. Many mothers who have cesarean births have general anesthesia and are able to nurse immediately after their birth. It's not out of the question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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