I think if you're talking about little to no sugar, like cheerios, or little fruit pieces, I give my son (who is 8 months old) a little bit throughout the day. I think it's fine to do as often as your baby seems interested, what a great fine motor skill workout. If your kid is anything like mine only 1/4 of the little pieces make it into his mouth any way, the rest are mushed into his clothes, or on the floor,or down his shirt.

Everyone's suggestions of good early foods are really good, thanks so much! I always forget just how much stuff you really can give them.

Thanks! 

If you're able to check out some La Leche league stuff, you might really find some help, if you're interested. Breastfeeding can be such a neat and happy experience if you want it, and the people at the La Leche league are always, always knowledgeable and helpful.

I have nursed (and am still nursing the littlest) my 3, and I have really enjoyed it. My closest friend who's child is 2 weeks younger than my oldest was 100% formula fed. This child is JUST as healthy, just as HAPPY, just as STRONG just as BEAUTIFUL and just as SMART.

So, if you can try it out again! I think if you get it down it's a time you'll always value,  but if you can't or it's just too much, you're an amazing mom that knows what's best for her and her family and you're decision is the RIGHT decision!

Good luck! 

In my own home, or a friends home I don't worry so much! I mean my baby's crawling around on that floor putting whatever he can find straight into his mouth, so why shouldn't we too :-) I'm kidding of course, but I certainly don't drive myself crazy if something drops really quick.

Now the floor of a hospital, or say McDonald's-whatever falls goes straight in the trash, unless it's the pacifier in which case I take it home and wash it good. 

Bili lights are no fun...can they give you that glow worm thing that you stick against their skin that you can keep at home?

You're in my thoughts and prayers-I know how frustrating it is...did they tell you too, feed that baby as much as you can because bilirubin is broken up and excreted, so the more they eat, the more they go and the quicker everyone's happy. 

How are you doing it??? I need your advice! Four days is AWESOME!! We can't go 10 minutes...

Good luck! That's fabulous! 

I am all for the M&Ms too! I gave 2 for pee, 4 for poop and ONLY when they actually went.

Good luck!