...expressing and bottle your milk because you may not be nursing again and may get engorged because of the sudden stop. However, according to Jack Newman in his "Guide To Breastfeeeding" babies may go back to nursing after a few days, in a few weeks, or never.
This new phase in development, while sudden, has given me both ups and downs. I don't have my little baby boy attached to me any longer, but I have more freedom and he is completely enjoying his time with his big brother without having to stop to nurse.
A few things to watch for according to public health:
Dehydration: make sure your baby is getting plenty of fluids and is having regular diapers. If not, contact public health
Teething: the nursing strike could be occurring because of teething (in my case, quite possible), watch for fevers, rashes, etc. Also contact public health for information on what you can do to lessen any painful areas.
If you need additional support for breasfeeding, an excellent source is Guide to Breastfeeding by Jack Newman (there are several versions available). This book can be found in most book stores or on-line of course. As well, go to Newman articles to print off some great articles on breastfeeding topics. Good luck! Call the BCNurseLine at 604-215-4700 for additional information or check out the BCHealth Guide
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