[mandiedandie]

I just wanted to post an update in case anyone's interested: I stopped trying to build up my milk supply about 3 weeks to a month ago. I decided to wait until we are chosen because it's so time consuming and a little...okay, a lot...emotional having milk with no baby in sight. So, with that being said, I had a big surprise yesterday when I suddenly had to pull over while running through the desert area where I often run and express milk because I was uncomfortably full (don't worry, it really is desert and no one was in sight). I was surprised because I have not been trying to build up milk...and the only stimulation I have gotten lately is from dh, and not with the intention of building a supply. I actually had more milk than I did my first go-round. And, instead of it being just watery milk, I actually had thick drops mixed with the watery ones. So, I guess my breasts will never be the same and will easily produce milk from a few days of casual stimulation. I am relieved that my body is so willing to cooperate with me on this...so, for me, the natual approach really is working, even when I am not trying. I am not going to continue expressing at this point though...I am going to let myself dry up once again and continue waiting for our call to start the process once and for all. I just hope that at that point, I am able to build up more of a supply. Good luck to all of you who are starting this process!