Breastfeeding and the job

Oct 18, 2009 10:13 AM

by mrod

I would love to breastfeed my baby but I am obviously a visiting nurse and I am just wondering if anyone did it and how it was done?
It would be greatly appreciated because I wouldn't want to not breastfeed my baby because of a job.

*caliotter3* · Oct 18, 2009, 02:05 PM

Re: Breastfeeding and the job

Lots of people express their milk and provide their baby with that while they are at work. I tried to continue with breastfeeding and this method when I went back to work, unfortunately it was not a successful experience.

chenoaspirit · Oct 18, 2009, 03:21 PM

Re: Breastfeeding and the job

I work with a homehealth nurse who goes home about every 2 hours to breastfeed hers. Her area is near her home though. I think homehealth would be the best option for you (if you dont have to travel far). Homehealth is supposed to be very flexible. With mine though, my patient load is so high,

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Breastfeeding and the job

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