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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Weaning and infections | 2/26/2011 |
| Q: I breasfed my baby for 6 months and I have now weaned her. I haven't been feeding or pumping at all ... A: Many thanks for reaching out to us with your question. And at a point where it's just one week ... | |
| Weaning | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: My daughter is 4 weeks old and I am recovering from mastitis. Since I never want to go through the ... A: nature can take it's time to cease the breast milk production process. You'll need to do a few ... | |
| clogged ducts | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: I had to stop breastfeeding due to poor milk supply. One breast is fine. My left is drying up but is ... A: First, you want to restrict the movement of the breasts as any friction will stimulate the milk ... | |
| changed to bottle feeding | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: I recently had to change to bottle feeding , baby is 6 days old and i just gave him a bottle first ... A: As for stopping your breast milk production, there are a couple critical things you'll need to do to ... | |
| pain | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I recently stopped breast feeding my daughter. I have pain my breast how long before the pain ... A: But some key things to do and please make sure you give each enough time to set in and reverse your ... | |
| Giving up breastfeeding - Pain | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: I have decided to give up breast feeding my 7 month old son. Since approximately 3 months my son had ... A: your other breast will follow shortly, and it's quite common to have each breast work on a different ... | |
| engorgement | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: I breastfed my four month old exclusively up until 2 weeks ago. I started supplimenting with ... A: Many thanks for submitting your question and there are a couple very critical things you'll need to ... | |
| Returned LaMa Bra and your refund check bounced! | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: I recently purchased and returned the LaMa Bra that YOU invented and have had a quite horrible ... A: We so value our customer experiences and apologize for your experience. As you now know, I am to ... | |
| how to dry up breast milk supply before stopping the breast feeding | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: my son is 17months old baby, still i'm breast feeding to my kid because of his picky, cranky, he is ... A: First, you want to restrict the movement of the breasts as any friction will stimulate the milk ... | |
| stopping breast feeding | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: i have been advised due to health problems to start weaning my baby of 23 weeks off my breast, she ... A: First, you want to restrict the movement of the breasts as any friction will stimulate the milk ... | |
| quiting breastfeeding | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: I just got back from the Dentist, my 20 month old son has 5 cavities. The dentist said breastfeeding ... A: There are two critical things you'll need to do help stop the production all together. First, you ... | |
| dry up milk supply | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: Sue Ennis, I am a new mother and my son is 8 months old. I nursed him until he was 1 month old and ... A: Could be one or two weeks or sometimes over the course of a couple months with gradual slowing as ... | |
| How long does it take breastmilk to dry up? | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: I have been pumping for a month, and I am ready to dry up and switch my son to formula. How long ... A: Could be one or two weeks or sometimes over the course of a couple months with gradual slowing as ... | |
| oversupply issues | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: I have oversupply and overactive let down as diagnosed by a lactation consultant. I tried the block ... A: nature does take some time to correct the supply level in breast milk production process. You'll ... | |
| Engorgement issues after a long night | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: My 4 month old baby has been sleeping through on a regular schedule for about the last 2 weeks. I ... A: nature does takes ia little while to correct the supply level in breast milk production process. ... | |
| dry of breast milk | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: how can I dry the breast milk up A: There are two critical things you'll need to do help stop the production all together. First, you ... | |
| weaning and pain | 2/7/2009 |
| Q: I have just weaned my son after 10 months of breastfeeding. I slowly cut out feedings until I was ... A: And sometimes nature takes it's time to cease the breast milk production process. You'll need to do ... | |
| Ceasing breast milk production | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: I am a mother who recently gave birth to my daughter Sadie who was born still on Dec. 5 2008. I'm ... A: You'll need to do a few things to help trigger your body to know it's time to stop the process. Two ... | |
| weaning a 21 month ol from breastfeeding | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: how can I wean my daughter off of the breast and breast milk.I just started and she continues to cry ... A: ) What your child wants is the comfort she's grown to love through breast feeding. So be sure to ... | |
| Breast Engorgement | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: I need to know what can I use to stop breast engorgement? My breast gets so engorged that may whole ... A: There are two critical things you'll need to do help stop the milk production that is leading to ... | |
| Weaned baby, still painfully lactating | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: My son weaning in February 2008 after two and half wonderful years of breastfeeding. I had hoped my ... A: And sometimes nature takes it's time to cease the breast milk production process. Sounds like ... | |
| How to stop feeding | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: My wife doesn't go to work outside and still breastfeeds our 19 months old son. Please tell us the ... A: There are two critical things you'll need to do help stop the production all together. First, you ... | |
| how to create more milk | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: My baby is almost 5 months old and I am breast feeding him exclusively. I work part time and go to ... A: Your body in summer months will need additional water to keep volume up, so try to increase your ... | |
| stoping breastmilk | 7/1/2008 |
| Q: I see all the suggestions given which is great but i don't see the time limit. So my questions is ... A: ..other need to continue the process up to a month or more. You need to watch the reaction of your ... | |
| quit breast feeding | 4/4/2008 |
| Q: my daughter is 20 mnths old now i plan to stop breastfeeding her.but the problem is my breasts ... A: You'll need to do a few things to help trigger your body to know it's time to stop the process. Two ... | |
| breast feeding | 1/10/2008 |
| Q: I am breast feeding my almost one year old,and this is my third baby;I want to loose weight,so can i ... A: but at this point, what you are up against may have more to do with hormonal changes than a cabbage ... | |
| Not enough milk after going to work | 1/10/2008 |
| Q: I started to work full time about 1.5 months ago, and have been exclusively breastfeeding my baby. ... A: so have your nanny try to make a 4 oz feeding be the amount that is given. Sometimes babies ... | |
| Breastfeeding difficulties | 12/13/2007 |
| Q: im a new mom. My baby is 3 weeks old, ive been breastfeeding her since birth. At first when i ... A: your body is still going thru tremendous changes in the process of healing ...I would suggest that ... | |
| chocolate | 12/12/2007 |
| Q: I was wondering if there was any problems with eating chocolate while breastfeeding? My ... A: Moderation is the key, but also to watch how the baby reacts. Should the baby become fussy, a test ... | |
| breast feeding | 12/9/2007 |
| Q: My daughter is 3 months old.During the child birth I had tear and I was not able to sit and breast ... A: Yes, if you still have a milk production, call your doctor's office and set an appointment with the ... | |
| mastitis | 12/6/2007 |
| Q: My baby is almost 9 weeks old and I am on my 4th bout of mastitis. He's my 4th. My 1st I never got ... A: I wish you well with your juggle :) In terms of the antibiotics, your doctor really needs to advise ... | |
| Stop breastfeeding | 12/5/2007 |
| Q: my baby is almost 6 months old. I've breastfed her since birth. She nursed ± every 2 to 3 hours up ... A: There are two critical things you'll need to do help stop the production all together. First, you ... | |
| baby nurses for hours | 11/29/2007 |
| Q: My son is 3 wks today. He nurses for extended periods of time- and I'm wondering if this is normal ... A: As a mom of two under two, I've been there too many times. And shame that your lactation consultant ... | |
| Too late to breastfeed my 2 1/2 week old? | 11/28/2007 |
| Q: I tried breastfeeding my son in the hospital and at home and he wouldn't latch on. I got discouraged ... A: Not to late at all, if you are still leaking that's a great thing,,,and he'll naturally know to ... | |
| Lactation | 11/27/2007 |
| Q: I breast fed my child up until she was 22 months. I quit this past April (07') b/c I found out I ... A: what you are experiencing is common and it does take some woman quite a while to complete stop their ... | |
| baby not gaining weight | 11/27/2007 |
| Q: My baby is 32 weeks old. but she is only 7 kgs. i breast feed her, give her oatmeal cereals, fruits ... A: .and will cry from hunger. I would suggest that you take the advice of your doctor in terms of her ... | |
| Weaning my 15 month old | 11/26/2007 |
| Q: I am a stay at home mother of a 15 month old little boy. I am ready to wean him but I am finding it ... A: your situation is very common on many aspects. First, your son simply loves the bond that you've ... | |
| What now? | 11/26/2007 |
| Q: So I quit breastfeeding my 2 and a half year old about four mths ago. Now I don't know what happened ... A: this is quite common. I too had kept weight completely in control thru two pregnancy and packed on ... | |
| Baby pooh | 11/26/2007 |
| Q: My daughter is breastfeeding and hasn't made a bowel movement in 2 days, but she is not cranky, what ... A: really not a need to worry, at two days, time should fix this. The key is that she is not cranky, ... | |
| breastfeeding, is it enough | 11/18/2007 |
| Q: I have a 3.5 month old baby and he is only ever feeding off one breast. I am concerned that he is ... A: You can continue to shift him as if he doesn't feed from both breasts, your supply can start to ... | |
| too much milk, and only feeding for 5 min? | 11/15/2007 |
| Q: My son is only 2 weeks old, and at first (before my milk came in) he would suckle for about 20-30 ... A: Nature in time learns to regulate your supply based on demand. But the time he's feeding isn't an ... | |
| the right time to ween from breastfeeding | 11/12/2007 |
| Q: I have a 10 month old who is allergic to dairy and reacts badly to soy products. She also has ... A: my nephew had the exact situation as an infant (he's now 13) but I remember my sister trying ... | |
| infected nipple? breastfeeding | 11/12/2007 |
| Q: I removed my nipple piercing a couple of years ago, but can still squeeze pus from the nipple. It ... A: ) And on your next doctor visit, tell your doctor and they may prescribe an ointment for you to ... | |
| how many oz? | 11/9/2007 |
| Q: how many oz of brest milk will my 2 month old need when im at work for 6 hours? A: But at 4 months, it typical that the baby is feeding every three hours still and probably around 4-5 ... | |
| food/drink/alcohol in breastmilk | 11/8/2007 |
| Q: I have a 4 month old daughter and have been breastfeeding since birth, and plan to breastfeed until ... A: ) and yes it's always in the back of any breastfeeding mom that what goes into your system is ... | |
| percocet | 11/3/2007 |
| Q: my daughter in law had a baby one week ago. She has 3rd degree tearing and is on percocet. Her ... A: The milk supply coming in is driven by hormonal changes in the body that trigger the mammary gland ... | |
| Weaning | 10/31/2007 |
| Q: I have begun weaning my daughter three weeks back and at this point we have stopped the final ... A: It's been over a year of the closeness and quality bonding that you have grown to love and it's ... | |
| Stillbirth and lactation | 10/31/2007 |
| Q: I would like to know the time that the pregnant woman have milk, and if she has a stillbirth at the ... A: but a stillbirth in the 7th month may not spark breast milk production. The entire process hinges ... | |
| baby poop | 10/19/2007 |
| Q: My two month old son.. Usually poops very often. But for the past two and half days he only done ... A: your babies bodily functions will change. He he is still having two stools a day, that is completely ... | |
| stopping breastfeeding | 10/18/2007 |
| Q: I would like advice on how to stop breast feeding. My son is 21 months old I have been trying to let ... A: your son has loved the comforting nature of breastfeeding, the security and closeness to you! But ... | |
| When is too soon? | 10/16/2007 |
| Q: I have a six week old baby that I am breastfeeding via pump. I dont supplement with anything but I ... A: There are times where a tear and re-open, but you may want to check with your doctor to be sure. ... | |
| breast feeding | 10/10/2007 |
| Q: my little girl is 10 months old, she has had a cold and had trouble feeding from me, now she refuses ... A: but in this case I can say it's common for a child with a cold to not feed well as it's tough to ... | |
| stop breastfeeding | 10/9/2007 |
| Q: I have weaned my son slowly and am now looking for what to do about stopping my lactation. I have ... A: so good to hear that has been your approach. In terms of "binding" breasts that is no longer ... | |
| Weaning and Mastitis | 10/4/2007 |
| Q: I recently developed Mastitis and was already in the process of weaning. The infection convinced me ... A: you'll want to do a couple things. Be careful on the amount of pressure against your breasts as ... | |
| Would like to stop breastfeeding | 10/2/2007 |
| Q: I have a 13 month old who is not walking yet. I work a 9 to 5 job and she is okay when I am not ... A: your transition is very common. You have a child like most that learns the comfort of breastfeeding ... | |
| weaning 1 year old | 10/2/2007 |
| Q: my baby is turning 1 in a few days time and I am in two minds to wean or not. She drinks at 7pm, ... A: The bonding experience for both you and your daughter is the beauty of nature's bond. That said, ... | |
| Stopping breastfeeding | 9/26/2007 |
| Q: I have been breastfeeding exclusively for 2mos. and 2weeks, and I really want to stop, or at least ... A: I know the need to get out :) And indeed, it's good to know that you need the balance. Also keep ... | |
| Quitting Breastfeeding | 9/25/2007 |
| Q: I am wondering how long will it be until me breast stop leaking? Its been 5 days that i havent had ... A: The time ranges greatly by individuals, and also depends on if and how you were breastfeeding. I ... | |
| stopping breasfeeding | 9/18/2007 |
| Q: Please help! I have been breastfeeding for 10 months. I have been pumping while at work and at home. ... A: so having it four times, I can imagine you are quite exhausted from what must feel like ongoing ... | |
| Breastfeeding and percocet | 9/18/2007 |
| Q: I am breast feeding and bottle feeding and I have migraines which I take percocet for like on a ... A: As it sounds you have frequent migraines, I'm sure that the doctor has advised you on your percocet ... | |
| read it | 9/12/2007 |
| Q: i have a daughter i gave her my breast milk till she was months old than i completely stopped ... A: I would schedule a quick visit just to be sure...but in the meantime, it would be a good idea to ... | |
| HELP ME STOP | 9/11/2007 |
| Q: we both failed ive been giving him formula he loves it :) my breast have become sore and VERY LEEKEY ... A: And if you are ready to stop breastfeeding, there are a couple key things you want to do. First, ... | |
| When to feed my baby? | 9/8/2007 |
| Q: My baby is 37 days old. I began breastfeeding her right after her birth. These days, she has ... A: but I would suggest you send it to a lacatation consultant that will give you more detailed ... | |
| feeding on her period | 9/8/2007 |
| Q: My wife says that her period slows down her milk production. Is this true? Because of this she has ... A: so you may want to also ask a lacatation consultant on allexpert to get more detailed information. ... | |
| 2nd pregnancy, was unable to breastfeed my first | 9/7/2007 |
| Q: I turned 21 in July and we are expecting our second (a girl) child this month. Our son is 17 months ... A: But, it is not always possible for every woman, so don't feel guilt in anyway. It is a choice and ... | |
| solids and breastfeeding | 9/6/2007 |
| Q: My daughter is 6 /12 months old. We started her on solid (rice cereal) at about 5 1/2 months. She ... A: From the sounds of it, your daughter has a complete diet and the best of both worlds...breast milk ... | |
| Help--8 week old eating too often | 9/2/2007 |
| Q: I need help. I have an 8 week old that wants to nurse every hour or sooner during the day. Her ... A: I would suggest that you send your question to another expert on all expert that offers advice on ... | |
| large nipples | 9/1/2007 |
| Q: will breastfeeding make your nipples large A: the process of breast milk production does enlarge the breasts and nipples. But nature drives the ... | |
| spotting and still breastfeeding | 8/28/2007 |
| Q: I have been nursing for a little over 4 months. Today I experienced some spotting and cramps... ... A: your body's cycle can be reseting itself even while breastfeeding. But for complete peace of mind, ... | |
| weaning | 8/27/2007 |
| Q: i am a brestfeeding mother of a 15 month old,my daughter took the bottle till she was 1 month old ... A: do not feel guilty for not giving her a bottle. Your daughter simply prefers nursing from you from ... | |
| Still lactating a little | 8/25/2007 |
| Q: I stopped breastfeeding my son at 15 months old (after a gradual and mutual process of cutting ... A: But since you mention trying to conceive again, call your doctor or have a quick check up with a ... | |
| Weening a breastfed Baby | 8/20/2007 |
| Q: We have a 21 month-old daughter and my wife started to ween her from yesterday morning. It seems to ... A: both for the baby and mother. The baby needs to slowly transition from the decreased time ... | |
| breastfeeding | 8/18/2007 |
| Q: i am past ready to wean but my sixteen month old son is not willing to help out. he wants to nurse ... A: And to remain consistent in a routine, where you elieminate feedings one by one as you go. This is ... | |
| Pumping & 1st Post Partum Period | 8/16/2007 |
| Q: Exactly 1 week ago, I had to start pumping exclusively and bottle feed my 7 week old son. It is ... A: But, do check in with your doctor so they can do a quick internal check. With breastfeeding, you ... | |
| breastfeeding a 7.5 week old | 8/3/2007 |
| Q: My first baby is now seven and half weeks old. She was born a little early and has been rapidly ... A: it's not a problem other than more laundry. But seriously with your child weight gain between June & ... | |
| Breastfeeding and Pregnancy | 8/2/2007 |
| Q: We have an 8 month old and we just learned that my wife is pregnant. Is it safe for my wife to ... A: and the quick answer is, not a problem, your wife can continue breastfeeding as her body will ... | |
| Is it to late to breastfeed?? | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: I have a daughter who is 3month now and I was going though some post partum depression the first two ... A: ! At this point, if you can still breastfeed would be tied to whether you are still lactating at ... | |
| new father with spouse on the fence | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: How late is too late to start breastfeeding? My wife gave birth to our son on 7/5/07 and we ... A: it's lovely to see your support and adoration for your wife. With 4 weeks past the birth, if she is ... | |
| Weaning | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: My daughter is 10.5 months..she will not take a bottle or formula..Iam breast feeding and feeding ... A: ..that's a sign of motherhood! :) And your situation is so typical when children become used to a ... | |
| Stop lactation | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: I had my son 8 and a half months ago and never breastfed, but I am still lactating. Is this normal ... A: I'm glad to see you have already consulted with your doctor on this. And typically if you don't ... | |
| breastfeeding | 7/30/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2 month old baby, my question is, I work from 9am-5pm. I don't breastfeed my baby from 6am ... A: Essentially you are working to produce breast milk when you need it. At 2 months, you will want to ... | |
| Dropping breast feeds with a 8 month old | 7/30/2007 |
| Q: I have a healthy happy 8 month old boy. Last week he dropped another breast feed. He now has 3 ... A: In terms of if you are weaning too quickly, the answer is that nature will drive that and in ... | |
| decreasing milk supply | 7/28/2007 |
| Q: I am having a difficult time getting in synch with my 2 month old's eating. I produce a tremendous ... A: ) But nature should help reset your supply based on the needs of your son and the amount he needs. ... | |
| pregnant and still nursing | 7/21/2007 |
| Q: i just discovered i am pregnant for the second time i am bout 4 weeks but i am still nursing my 13 ... A: first congratulations! What a wonderful time you are in for. You can nurse and let nature takes ... | |
| weaning and lumps | 7/20/2007 |
| Q: I am a new mom who had 2 boughts of mastitis in the first month of motherhood. I gave birth on the ... A: you know what you are dealing with. And typically, multiple cases occur because your body just ... | |
| Breastfeeding | 7/17/2007 |
| Q: and I don't know weather or not I should breast feed my baby my breasts are already very large and I ... A: breastfeeding is best for the baby and for your body biologically and emotionally in so many ways. ... | |
| my baby wont breast feed | 7/16/2007 |
| Q: I am having a hard time trying to breast feed my 4 month daughter. She wont stay on my breast. She ... A: it's great to see that you are looking for advice to continue breastfeeding and working through the ... | |
| cabbage leaves and babies | 7/15/2007 |
| Q: are there any side effects to breastfeeding a baby and using the cabbage leaves? A: Other than if you allergic to cabbage or to sulfa, there currently there are no known side affects ... | |
| Premature twins and breast feeding. | 7/12/2007 |
| Q: I had twins almost 8 weeks ago. One is coming home next week. I expressed my milk from the ... A: But I would ask that you pass this to a Lacatation Specialist on AllExperts. I mainly help with ... | |
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Sue Ennis
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Expertise
I am looking to support the segment of mothers that encounter engorgement issues that prevent them from continuing to breastfeeding, those that do not breastfeed or are ready to start weaning. As an aside, I wish to add that questions asked in terms of those not breastfeeding will not be given guilt for their choice. In many forums, including this one, there is currently no category developed for this "not breastfeeding" audience. I do believe that breastfeeding is best for both mother and child, however, I believe more strongly that there is a lack of support for the woman that for either personal or medical reasons cannot breastfeed. My strengths would be in answering questions related to stopping breast milk production comfortably either right after delivery or after nursing their children for some time, reducing breast engorgement pain and dealing with overactive lactation. Questions I would not try to answer are those tied to emotional feelings as I feel many times women that don't/can't breastfeed struggle with it...and that should be directed to the appropriate counseling channel.
Experience
I am the inventor and founder of LaMa Bra and for years have researched the human body functions, both in process and emotions/hormones to develop a bra to help mother slow or stop their breast milk.
Education/Credentials
I hold a BS in General Biology, a MS in Human Nutrition and an MBA in Marketing.
Also, am the the founder of LaMa Bra found at http://www.lamabra.com that has helped many women with engorgement while breastfeeding and through stages of weaning when ready to stop breastfeeding.
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