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I have a 22 month old that i nurse, and about to give birth to #2. should my 1st not nurse when the colostrum comes in?
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Difficult question: The needs of the newborn should trump the comfort of the 22-month old. Although the colostrum will in no way harm the older child, it is needed by the newborn for the immunities and changes in the intestines that occur due to colostrum. It is doubtful that the 22-month child is nutrient nursing at this point in life. Ultimately the choice is yours, but i reccomend the newborn.
Answered 1/18/2014
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