The flu and not nursing

[Beckamomof4]

Ok so Evan was diagnosed with the flu Saturday, and was nursing fine. But last night and almost all today, he has had a few sips here and there. Maybe nursing 3 minutes on one side, then screaming. I hear him gulping, and after he decides to stop, I have been pumping almost 4oz per side, so I know he is getting something! What else can I do?!

[Dahlea]

Just keep offering, Mama. I don't want to eat when I feel sick either =(

[lifeguard]

Ds had the flu last week. I offered pretty much every hour all day. He was pretty content to bf (I think it was comforting for him) but sometimes I think he found it hard to settle because he just wasn't feeling good & he was stuffy too.

Just keep offering.

[PatioGardener]

I agree with the PPs, just keep offering. Sometimes offering in a steamy bathroom or shower helps. And keep pumping - both for supy and your health! You want to stay clear of mastitis.

[Beckamomof4]

Thanks ladies! I think I have been on the couch with him since Saturday lol. He doesn't seem to mind! (and I get more snugglr time!)

[StoriesInTheSoil]

Try offering in different positions, too. If he's stuffy when laying down, nursing might be hard. Hope he feels better soon!

[moondiapers]

If he's stuffy breastmilk drops in the nose work even better than saline. Maybe he'll nurse better after you've cleared his nose.

[Beckamomof4]

Yup I do the BM drops in the nose! (and ears, eyes, lol) He was nursing alittle better today, hoping he keeps it up. He also has not been sleeping well, even with me holding him all night! He fell asleep in his carrier, so I am letting him sleep upright in it for a while, sseems to be helping. I am not really for them in it too long, but since he is sleeping, I want him to get rest!

[baileyandmikey]

sorry your little one is sick! just keep trying, you can pump if you need too, but just keep offering, and he'll feel better soon enough and will be back to nursing like usual!