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26 Jan 2019 (w16): Breastfeed problem

Breastfeed problem Solution Latching pain Have baby's mouth cover more of areola below the nipple than above Clogged/Plugged ducts 1. Get plenty of rest 2. Apply warm compress to your breasts and massage them Mastitis 1. Treat with antibiotiocs Empty your beasts as often as you can Low milk supply Nurse and pump as aften as possible Inverted nipples 1. Use nipple shiels 2. Pump right before nursing baby Cracked nipples 1. Breastfeed more often at shorter intervals 2. Moistennipples with breast milk after nursing Engorgement / High milk supply 1. Hand express before you nurse to get milk flowing 2. Breastfeed more frequently Thrush See doctor for antifungal medication Baby sleeping at breast 1. Start nursing baby on fuller breast for more efficiency 2. Stimulate baby by t...

19 Jan 2019 (15w): Costs to deliver a baby

From the day I prepare to conceive until 1 month after delivery, close to RM50k were spent. No. Item   SGD     RM   1 Prenatal scans and tests 2 BioTest Pregnancy Test Kit (SG selling at SGD 8.20, MY selling at RM5.52)                   7.36                 22.08 3 Sold BioTest Pregnancy Test Kit (Carousel)                 (6.00)               (18.00) 4 Doctor visit (SG one time SGD38 without ultrasound, MY one time RM35-58 with ultrasound)                 38.00 ...