Do you have any questions that youd like to ask a breastfeeding mom?

[Apple1996]

I realized from my last question that so many of y'all are uneducated about breastfeeding. So if you have any questions feel free to ask them here. I've pumped/breastfed for 3 babies so I feel I'm qualified to answer most questions.

[Sixgunsound]

My wife and I had a few discussions about it and she ultimately elected not to, so I don’t even have any outside observer data to go on. Did you need to eat a lot more high calorie foods while breastfeeding? Did it change the role your breasts played in sex going forward? That was her second biggest issue, that things would irreparably change in how she viewed them going forward. The biggest issue she had was that both of our daughters had difficulty (but ultimately figured it out) attaching, and lost what she considered too much weight within the first few days after birth which ended further attempts.

[Apple1996]

Yes have to eat a little more like 200-300 calories but not much. I don't even notice eating more just a little extra snack.
It doesn't change anything with sex besides my husband can suck milk out
And boobs change during pregnancy not with breastfeeding. Its a common myth that boobs get ruined while breastfeeding

[Whatever2929292]

Apple, you asked a question and did not get the answers that you wanted to hear. So you got angry and argumentative. For the record I don't care if a mother breastfeeds in public and I do know there are laws that protect this in most areas (though there may be some places where it is not).

I would not really think much of it if I seen someone breast feeding in a pool or anywhere else. The problem is that you were looking for attention by agreeing with the perverts as well as even saying you were married but also wanting the attention from other men and how attractive that it is.

I don't know though what the problem with either covering up or using a bottle or finding somewhere private to go is though...

Most breastfeeding mothers HATE when perverts are looking at them or making comments. You make them look bad lady.

[Apple1996]

I'm not looking for attention from any men. I just don't feel the need to cover up

[Whatever2929292]

You said you were but I am not going to dispute what you said. You can go back in look unless you have the memory of a gold fish you are lying

[Whatever2929292]

Not hard to do but you do you boo boo

[turnpost]

Breast feeding in public is fine but dont do it at a pool. Like its hard for men to hide themselves there lol That is such niche niche scenario.

[Apple1996]

@turnpost I was just doing it at the pool on Monday lol

[turnpost]

Its fine.

[HeartFullOfGlue]

I actually do have a few questions on this topic

- Are you able to produce milk while pregnant or is it after you give birth?
- Does milk only come out if the nipples are touched or sucked?
- Does it hurt nursing? I know they don't have teeth yet but gums seem like they can hurt too.
- Is it anything like cows milk? Smell, consistency, or I don't know if you've ever tried it but if you have, what does it taste like? I personally don't remember but I don't think it tasted like cows milk.
- When do breasts stop producing milk
- Have any of your babies ever refused to drink even when they should drink? How do you get them to drink?
- Kind of a dumb question but does breast milk ever kinda just clot? Sorta like blood.
-Are you comfortable breast feeding in public?

[theothersider]

I am not sure about apple, as it is a little different for every woman.

I started producing around 18 weeks. which happened suddenly. I literally woke up with pressure in my breasts and startled when I went to the bath room and they had nearly added two cup sizes over night. I figured it would be closer to when I gave birth.

I leaked milk constantly with my first son. no touching or suckling required. if I even thought about him I would just start pouring milk... caused some embarrassment. My second son it took some working my nipples or messaging my breast while he fed to get a good flow going.

nursing didn't hurt... at first. it definitely is an interesting feeling but eventually you have a baby sucking on your nipples several times a day annnnnd well. if you have ever had chapped lips? and that hurt? ... imagine having chapped nipples. When it started even though my sons had no teeth. they might aswell have been little tiger sharks. eventually your nipples toughen up from the constant suckling.

It is nothing like cows milk. Mine tasted (literally every mom I know has tasted thier own milk so it is abnormal) like really sweet almond milk with a rich after taste. I often thought of it as " if femininity had a flavor" it would be breast milk. it is sweet and pleasant and comforting probably why babies like it so much lol.

I stopped producing milk like 3 months after birth. which pissed me off cause I started so early before I had a use for it.

my kids never refused. I would usually just offer my nipple to them and they would latch on.

I don't think it clots. its consistency can change a bit tho from thinner to thicker sometimes.

I virtually never fed in public even in my own house I would go into another room if I had company over... just felt weird with people watching me do something that feels really intimate not in a sexual way but it just feels like it should be a private thing.

[turnpost]

@theothersider what a loving thing nature can be.

[meetkitty123]

I don't need any advice. However I love the post! I breastfed for 8 years straight between my 2 kids. My first I nursed for 3 years and the second for 5 years. I would have continued with the 1st but at that time I was given conflicting information about nursing while pregnant. Now I know better. If I had another I'd nurse that one too. Its a beautiful bonding experience.

[Alwayreckles93]

Your kids must be very healthy. Breast milk is the best for a child's growth.

[Apple1996]

Yes completely fine to breastfeed while pregnant

[Apple1996]

@Alwayreckles93 8 years is a long time!

[meetkitty123]

Yes but its because I breastfed from birth to 2nf pregnancy and ween my 1st by 4 mos of 2nf pregnancy so i had technically 5 mos off but i had milk during those 5 mos off once the 2nd was born I gave my 1st breast milk in a sippy cup cuz she was jealous

[meetkitty123]

Thank you for the MHO 😊

[Lliam]

Can you feel milk being sucked out of your nipples? Is there a sensation?

Are your nipples more erogenous when you're lactating or not lactating?

Is there anything extra erogenous about nursing your man when you are lactating, your breasts are full, and your nipples are swollen?

[Apple1996]

No can't feel the milk

[Apple1996]

Nipples are the same sensitivity

[Lliam]

Thanks, Apple.
So at least they aren't less sensitive.

[matchrestore]

Have you ever been told to cover up or leave by the manager of a business or another authority? I know you open breastfeed which I think is great, just wondering if you've had any real trouble from it, or if it's just been stares and negative comments?

[Apple1996]

Nah never been told to leave or had any trouble. With my second son tho I went to my 4 week check up and the doctor walked in while I was naked on the table breastfeeding and he said he'll come back once I'm done since he felt uncomfortable to do a exam while I was breastfeeding. Not sure what he meant by uncomfortable tho

[Telekinetic-Potato]

Do you ever look at the kid and start subconsciously comparing your man to him?

Or when your man is sucking on them do you ever start comparing him to your baby?

Like does it change your view, at least temporarily; how you see the act of sucking on a boob at all?

[Apple1996]

Definitely not. Babies and adults suck differently

[The_Shadow_Dweller]

1. Milk clots can form in the breasts. What do you do to avoid them?
2. Are breast pumps harmful in the long run?
3. Do you believe that the processed powder milk is better than the mother's milk?
4. How comfortable are you for breastfeeding in public? How comfortable would you expect the public to be comfortable with it?
5. Do you think the amount of milk you produce is enough for your child? What would you do in alternate cases?
6. Does it hurt when the child is drinking the milk? If yes, on a scale of 1 to 10.
7. Anything I should know as a guy when I get married?

[The_Shadow_Dweller]

My mom's a doctor and dhe told me that there are various stages in the milk from mother.

The first stage is water like milk, then it goes on becoming dense, like a food to the child and then as a final ending part, again water like milk to quench the thirst of the child.

So my final question is...
Do you feel the change in milk when breastfeeding? I mean the flow must be felt right?

[Apple1996]

1. gotta empty completely to avoid clogs
2. breastpumps are more helpful then harmful
3. Formula isn't as good but helpful for those that can't breastfeed
4. im comfortable feeding my baby where he is hungry
5. I'm a over producer. If I didn't make enough I'd give formula. I gave it to my oldest for 6 months since I couldn't fully breastfeed him and had to pump which is more difficult then just feeding straight from the boob.
And yes the milk changes but this cannot be seen or felt unless using a pump then I notice the color difference especially once it goes into the fridge and separates

[The_Shadow_Dweller]

Thank you.

The 4th point is really good. From a different perspective. I never thought about it that way. Thank you🙂

[Lucy68]

Sorry if this is a dumb question but I hope when I have a little baby of my own to breastfeed and how do you know if they're getting enough milk and what are ways to increase the milk supply. I'm sorry if this is a dumb question my apologies

[Apple1996]

Can't really tell how much milk they are getting besides time like If they ate for 30 mintues and seem satisfied then its enough. Some people weigh baby before and after feed to tell exact oz but I've never done that.
Milk supply is a supply and demand system. The more feeds and pumping then the more milk that can be made. Eating and drinking enough water is important too.
And no none of these are dumb questions

[Lucy68]

Thank you 🙂☺️

[exitseven]

If I invented an electric milking machine similar to what dairies use do you think there would be a market for it?

[Apple1996]

Well there's already breast pumps so that seems like it's already invented 😂

[exitseven]

yes, but they are hand cranked. My wife had one and it never worked. I wanted to invent a better one

[Apple1996]

There is electric, manual hand, and silicone pumps. I use all of these but I love my silicone pump the most since no wires and I don't need to pump. The milk comes out from the pressure

[exitseven]

so somebody invented it already? I should have done it 20 years ago when I first had the idea.

[Apple1996]

Yes already invented. Google electric pump

[exitseven]

I checked it out. I had a different design in mind. Something like what they use in dairies.

[Th3ft]

How do you wean your kid off of it? Like I halve always just imagined that woman one day just start waking up in a puddle every morning because their kid isn’t drinking as much suddenly… but I o ow that isn’t how it works…

[Apple1996]

My son just randomly stopped cause he was done with it. I kept pumping for a few months after but it's hard to keep up with pumping and it slowly drys up.
And no women don't wake up in a puddle lol it'll dry up if the baby isn't drinking or she stops pumping

[IJhonnyI]

Have you ever done it in public no I have no problems with that because a mother has to do what she has to do but I just wanted too know if you have

[Apple1996]

Yess at the park, doctors office, pool, beach, zoo, museums. I refuse to do it in a place like the store tho since it's soo crazy busy in there and I like to sit to breastfeed

[IJhonnyI]

Respect to you my prayers for your 3 baby's to grow up happy and healthy all positive energy your way peace☮and love ❤

[Apple1996]

Awh thank you!

[IJhonnyI]

Ofc🙏🏽👍🏼

[jennifer_bloom]

Does this act, make you feel more love and connection to your child? For example, playing games with young children makes me feel closer to them, is it the same with breast feeding?

[Apple1996]

Yess it does make it easier to bond when breastfeeding

[jennifer_bloom]

Sounds nice : )

[Alwayreckles93]

What is the trick to produce breast milk for at least 1 Year? I love to know I was able only up until mine were 6 months old.

[Apple1996]

Interesting they stopped at 6 months. Maybe a nursing strike or wanted to eat more real food if you introduced them to it then. When I notice my babies eating less I always try to pump more so my supply stays the same. So my only advice is to pump when you feel like they aren't eating to keep the supply up

[Alwayreckles93]

Thank you for your advice 👍

[sheikalana]

I’d like to ask how hard it is to feed a baby until you get used to it? I’ve heard lots of moms saying that breastfeeding is exhausting and a challenge.

[Apple1996]

Not to challenging since im a 3rd time mom but It is very tiring. For example I'm up right now only after a hour of sleep to feed the baby

[Dontaaaa]

Someone in the comments probably asked this, but I just don't feel like scrolling: does it ever hurt?

[Apple1996]

It can hurt in the beginning and if the baby has a tongue tie/bad latch

[Anpu23]

My wife breast fed our daughter until we were crossing the Nevada dessert in the heat and gave her a bottle of cold water. That was it she never went back to the breast.

[anton_dee]

Ok, forgive me for askin but you 25 yr old and already birthed 3 kids? Kinda too young innit?

Anyhow, don't take it as an offense but was genuinely surprised.

[Apple1996]

I'm 25 and getting old lol I have a almost 8 year old, 5 year old and 7 month old. I don't think I had my kids to young at all I feel behind with having them tbh like I should be on baby number 5 but I'm only on baby number 3

[anton_dee]

Dayummm.

[InstantKarma194]

I have three questions-
1) Can you breastfeed forever?
2) How does breastmilk taste like?
3) Would you breastfeed your partner after you have stopped feeding your child cause he/she has grown up enough?

[Apple1996]

1. Sure but that would take a lot of work to keep the milk going
2. it changes flavors based on what I eat but overall good.
3. I already breastfeed him during sex

[snackthatsmilesback]

Can you pump before you actually give birth on your first pregnancy?

[Apple1996]

It is possible but can be dangerous since pumping can kickstart labor and make the baby come early. I definitely wouldn't recommend a woman doing that.

[snackthatsmilesback]

Okay good to know thanks.

[Jerre]

if your eyes were closed, could you tell the difference between feeding the baby and me sucking gently?

[Apple1996]

Yess babies have a stronger latch than adults

[Guardian45]

NO teeth. Take out dentures!🤣

[Jerre]

Would love to be in line, promise I wouldn’t take much milk, maybe make you cum

[Nahid1707]

How many children do you have?
Would you say it been a good experience and a proud experience being a mom?

[Apple1996]

3 boys and yess I love being a mom and I'm very proud of my kids. Hoping to have more tho cause it still feels very empty in my house and my heart like I could use a few more

[Nahid1707]

That makes sense, hopefully

[joeldalton]

have you ever squirted it in your own mouth to taste?

[Apple1996]

Yess also tasted my pumped milk

[joeldalton]

It's good, eh?

[Apple1996]

Yess 😛

[joeldalton]

I've hit from the tap, no shame, lol.

[Anonymous]

What's feel like when lactating? I heard that women can orgasm while lactating. What's it feel like when Milk come out of the nipple and into the mouth of child?

[Apple1996]

Yess orgasms can happen but it's rare. It's not from being turned on its the love hormones making the orgasm happen. And it doesn't feel like anything besides the baby sucking. Sometimes a tingling/lightning bolt feeling if really full

[Opinion Owner]

Say you have an A cup how much larger does your breast increase?
While breastfeeding does your orgasm increase when having vaginal sex?
While lactating can it create some form of birth control?
How do you prevent mastitis? What causes that mastitis?

[Apple1996]

Lots of questions lol
1. Breast size can change but depends on the woman
2. This also depends on the women but it can make a orgasm easier but some women get dry down there while feeding so sex is uncomfortable.
3. it can if the mom isn't getting her period back yet. I'm not that lucky i get my period back right away so ovulation starts
4. Gotta empty the breast to prevent that