I'm sorry you're having such a hard time. I have never heard of breastfeeding causing health problems like you decribe. (not that I'm saying that it can't happen) If I were you I would find a doctor that is supportive of breastfeeding to see if there could be any other explanation for your health problems while lactating. If breastfeeding really is not an option, I personally would use a hypoallergenic formula rather than soy. It is my personal belief that soy is not good for you. You will find differing opinions on that, however. I don't know about the allergies. It seems to me that not eating anything processed would be a good thing. I hope someone else can give you some more advice. Good luck.
Intro and a PLEA for help!
Hi everyone,
I'm sorry to have my first post be an immediate plea for help, but I've been putting off introducing myself.
My DS (first babe) is 10 weeks old. I used to be as mainstream as they come, and since first researching the vax issue (he is unvaxed and will probably stay that way), I am now questioning everything and am in a really terrifying place. I am trying to change everything fast, but there is so much to learn.
The first disaster was BF. I tried SO hard, but something terrible happened. I had a "reaction" to oxytocin. It is such an incredibly long story that maybe I'll post it another time, but for now lets say I tried to BF for one horrible week, and tried to relactate 2 weeks ago, and ended up with an adrenalyn reaction both times, pounding heart, total insomnia, shaking and horrible anxiety. It has also caused a relapse of a thyroid disorder I have (Graves Disease). So lets just say for now, BF will make me very sick.
Here's my problem:
I have suspected a while DS might have a sensitivity or allergy to milk protein. (Either that, or it's reflux in which case this is all moot).
Symptoms:
chronic stuffy, nasal congestion
red ring around anus
temp. always around 99.4
VERY fussy after eating
needs another 1/2 ounce about an hour after eating
stools are really slimy
So I called the ped. today and they suggested trying soy formula. I am not too thrilled about it because of the sugar in the soy formula, as well as potential allergy issues with soy etc.
The ped. suggested to try soy for 1 week and see if it improves. Is a week long enough to fully get the allergens out?
Or, should I be trying a hypoallergenic formula such as nutramigen? (which has corn syrup solids too)?
Or, maybe there's a company out there that acutally makes a NO sugar infant formula?
Believe me, I would sooooo rather be BF. To the point where I'm even considering it again even if it makes me sick (which doesn't make a whole lot of sense but I'm at the end of my rope)!
I am a huge believer in allergies/sensitivies causing terrible problems in life. For me, I haven't eaten anything processed in 2 years (esp. during my pregnancy) and maybe that's why DS is so sensitive??? I don't know!
Help!! I'll take any advice I can get.
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Edited to add that he is in the 90th percentile for weight and eats 40+ ounces a day at only 10 weeks.
I'm sorry to have my first post be an immediate plea for help, but I've been putting off introducing myself.
My DS (first babe) is 10 weeks old. I used to be as mainstream as they come, and since first researching the vax issue (he is unvaxed and will probably stay that way), I am now questioning everything and am in a really terrifying place. I am trying to change everything fast, but there is so much to learn.
The first disaster was BF. I tried SO hard, but something terrible happened. I had a "reaction" to oxytocin. It is such an incredibly long story that maybe I'll post it another time, but for now lets say I tried to BF for one horrible week, and tried to relactate 2 weeks ago, and ended up with an adrenalyn reaction both times, pounding heart, total insomnia, shaking and horrible anxiety. It has also caused a relapse of a thyroid disorder I have (Graves Disease). So lets just say for now, BF will make me very sick.
Here's my problem:
I have suspected a while DS might have a sensitivity or allergy to milk protein. (Either that, or it's reflux in which case this is all moot).
Symptoms:
chronic stuffy, nasal congestion
red ring around anus
temp. always around 99.4
VERY fussy after eating
needs another 1/2 ounce about an hour after eating
stools are really slimy
So I called the ped. today and they suggested trying soy formula. I am not too thrilled about it because of the sugar in the soy formula, as well as potential allergy issues with soy etc.
The ped. suggested to try soy for 1 week and see if it improves. Is a week long enough to fully get the allergens out?
Or, should I be trying a hypoallergenic formula such as nutramigen? (which has corn syrup solids too)?
Or, maybe there's a company out there that acutally makes a NO sugar infant formula?
Believe me, I would sooooo rather be BF. To the point where I'm even considering it again even if it makes me sick (which doesn't make a whole lot of sense but I'm at the end of my rope)!
I am a huge believer in allergies/sensitivies causing terrible problems in life. For me, I haven't eaten anything processed in 2 years (esp. during my pregnancy) and maybe that's why DS is so sensitive??? I don't know!
Help!! I'll take any advice I can get.
Edited to add that he is in the 90th percentile for weight and eats 40+ ounces a day at only 10 weeks.
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! I just wanted to welcome you and say that you have definitely come to the right place for advice and support. There are so many wonderful mamas here.
Good luck mama!
Michelle
Good luck mama!
Michelle
Thanks for the welcome!
Just to be more clear, I literally talked to 3 lactation consultants (one was really good), 2 OB's, the pediatrician and my endocrinologist about the BF "reaction". No one could help me! I wrote to LLL, but never heard back from them.
I had even thought that maybe the "adrenalyn" feelings were due to hormones just postpartum, but when the relactation effort at 8 weeks produced the same result within 24 hours, I became convinced it was due to BF.
I would gladly "sacrifice myself" to put an end to this formula H*LL and try to relactate (esp. since we aren't vaxing) but what good am I to my son with no sleep, a pounding heart, miserable, sick and hyperthyroid??
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I just don't know what to do.
Just to be more clear, I literally talked to 3 lactation consultants (one was really good), 2 OB's, the pediatrician and my endocrinologist about the BF "reaction". No one could help me! I wrote to LLL, but never heard back from them.
I had even thought that maybe the "adrenalyn" feelings were due to hormones just postpartum, but when the relactation effort at 8 weeks produced the same result within 24 hours, I became convinced it was due to BF.
I would gladly "sacrifice myself" to put an end to this formula H*LL and try to relactate (esp. since we aren't vaxing) but what good am I to my son with no sleep, a pounding heart, miserable, sick and hyperthyroid??
I just don't know what to do.
If your baby is sensitive to dairy, then there is a good chance (about 50% iirc) he will be sensitive to soy as well. My twins are supplemented because I have low supply and they only tolerate Nutramigen. They were sensitive to soy and dairy. I am also really wary about sustaining an infant on processed soy. We just know too little about it. Nutramigen not an ideal choice because of both the corn syrup solids and the insanely high price, but it is the best we can do. You could try it for a week or 2 and see if you see a difference. If you do choose the Nutramigen, see if you qualify for WIC as they will cover it with a prescription. A dairy sensitivity can definitely mimic reflux. You can try giving 1 cc of Mylanta and see if this helps the fussiness. If it does you could also ask your ped about a prescription for zantac.
I am also wondering about the amount your baby is taking in per day. 40 oz sounds like an awful lot for a 10 week old. Could he be fussy because his tummy is too full. This can also cause reflux. Maybe try smaller, more frequent feedings. I know we got into a a cycle for awhile where I would feed them because I interpreted every cry as a hunger cue. They were crying from reflux. Nursing or drinking from a bottle would temporarily push down the stomach acid and make them feel better, only to have it start up again 30 minutes later. It was a vicious cycle.
I agree with the pps about finding a bf supportive doc if you decide you want to make another attempt at relactation. I did a quick Google search and could find nothing about Grave's disease symptoms worsening from breastfeeding. Pregnancy can cause an increase in symptoms. Are you under teatment? It looks as though there are some medications it is safe to take while nursing as long as the baby is monitored to make sure he does not become hyperthyroid.
Hope some piece of this rambling post is helpful.
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and good luck!
I am also wondering about the amount your baby is taking in per day. 40 oz sounds like an awful lot for a 10 week old. Could he be fussy because his tummy is too full. This can also cause reflux. Maybe try smaller, more frequent feedings. I know we got into a a cycle for awhile where I would feed them because I interpreted every cry as a hunger cue. They were crying from reflux. Nursing or drinking from a bottle would temporarily push down the stomach acid and make them feel better, only to have it start up again 30 minutes later. It was a vicious cycle.
I agree with the pps about finding a bf supportive doc if you decide you want to make another attempt at relactation. I did a quick Google search and could find nothing about Grave's disease symptoms worsening from breastfeeding. Pregnancy can cause an increase in symptoms. Are you under teatment? It looks as though there are some medications it is safe to take while nursing as long as the baby is monitored to make sure he does not become hyperthyroid.
Hope some piece of this rambling post is helpful.
The only thing that worked with my dd was Isomil. We tried Nutramigen after the ped recommended it and still had similar problems - screaming ALL DAY LONG and not sleeping. Within 48 hours (not kidding here) we had a completely different baby.
I know a lot of people here don't like soy, but you have to feed your baby what works for them. Good luck with whatever you try.
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I know a lot of people here don't like soy, but you have to feed your baby what works for them. Good luck with whatever you try.
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