Feeding struggles - breastfeeding not working and I feel helpless

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1d ago1 min read

My wife has been trying to breastfeed for 6 weeks and it's been terrible. Cracked nipples, baby not latching properly, supply issues. We're switching to formula next week and she feels like she's failing. I want to help but what can I do? I can't breastfeed obviously. I'm doing all the diaper changes and night feeds when I can but she keeps crying about how she's not being a good mom. How do I actually support her through this instead of just saying it's okay?

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PPete S.Regular1d ago

We went through almost the exact same thing at week 5 and switched to formula. Honestly it was such a relief for both of us once we accepted it wasn't working. Your wife isn't failing, sometimes bodies just don't cooperate and that's totally okay.

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NNathan K.New Dad1d ago

That helpless feeling is the worst, man. But here's the thing - you're already helping by being there and supporting your wife through this decision. Fed is best and you're doing great.

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