need good nursing vibes*UPDATED with pics*

First, congratualtions mommy!!! 

Godd nursing vibes going out to you!  I know at first it can be really hard, but keep up with it if you can.  Maybe a different position would help?  There are a couple of different nursing positions.  Maybe a lactation consultant would have some ideas?  Just remember, if nursing doesn't work out it isn't the end of the world.  Eliminating the dairy might help.

 Also, all babies lose weight when the leave the hospital, it is completely normal.  When do you see your pediatrician?

awww.... congrats first off.

My friend who nursed, had to switch to formula because her milk did not contain enough calories...plain and simple. Nothing she could have done would have helped that, it was a genetic issue. You might ask about that...

IMO you should try some soy based formula if you suspect lactose issues...that weight loss and feeding schedule isn't the best combo, I am sure all will be well, but 6 hours is a long time for such a new one, and I maybe trying the soy formula is an option to try.

When Riley was 1st born she ate every 4 hours so don't panic about the 2-3 hour thing.  But I can see you point since he hasn't eaten since this morning.  Try the cold washcloth on his back, that should wake him up.  Don't hesitate to call the doctor now if you are worried.  I was so worried about calling at first for little things, but don't be.  That's why they are there!  When you are pumping, don't panic if you don't let down right away, you may have to massage the "area" to get it flowing.  Also, look at him when you are pumping, it helps with the let down.  Has your milk come in?

I second what Gina says, give formula if it works.  I love nursing and it is great, but it is more important to get something in his belly!  LC will sometimes make you feel bad about that, but ignore them.  What is most important is that your little guy eats.  Also, you can keep pumping now and switch back to nursing as long as you keep pumping.

Also, you said he ate three times last night, he might have his days and nights mixed up and that's why he's waiting a long time between feedings.

First off, Congrats!  I bet he's adorable!  Madison would latch on and pass out within seconds too.  I would just keep talking to her and rubbing her cheek and she would wake right back up and start nursing again.  So, did he have a bowel movement right before he was delivered?  My niece did that and she didn't really want to nurse either.  I would seriously call the LC if he won't take the bottle.  Sending good vibes your way for both of you.  Keep us updated. 

perhaps...but it comes in when it comes in...there never really is much colostrum. Mine took I think 2 1/2 days?

Congratulations on the baby boy.  My opinion is that you shouldn't use a bottle or formula unless you have to.  And I'd wait for a medical opinion to tell you you have to.  Nursing can be so difficult, but you are at the hardest part right now.  If you can make it through it will be worth it.  And if you can't, at least you know you really tried.  Good luck. 

First off, Let me say, Welcome to the world Nolan!  I'm so pleased to hear of your arrival!

Secondly, he's a little early, so its normal for him to be tired.  He's been through alot in the last couple days.  Dehydration if you are worried about it, can be prevented with a little boiled water.  Not too much though, you don't want to fill him up with it.  And if you do give him water, pump pump pump.  The only way to get your milk to come in well is for him to nurse, or for you to pump.  Sucking out colostrum is harder work than just regular milk.  Its thicker and not as plentiful.  Once your milk comes in, the flow should help him stay awake, providing he's latched properly.  For now, strip him down and allow as much skin to skin contact as possible between the two of you.  That will help remind him to nurse as he will smell the milk.  Try to leave the smell on you too, meaning don't go scrubbing it off after every feeding.  I've nursed twice, the last time with a fair amount of success until I started listening to advice from my mom.  This time I'm determined to do it right so I've been doing as much research as I possibly can.  

Good luck to you. 

I did want to add that giving him a bottle too early will cause confusion as drinking from a bottle is total different than nursing.  We introduced Riley too early and for a while she had a hard time nursing.  Don't worry, he won't let himself starve.  And the other poster was right, this is the hardest part.  I didn't think I could do it at first, but give it three weeks.  We will hit your stride eventually and then it will so second nature.  You won't have to worry about the latch as he will latch on without too much trouble.  I work full time and pump at work.  Riley is 9 months old and she has only had breastmilk...tried formula when she was about 4 months and she didn't want anything to do with it, so I really don't have a choice and I don't mind at all.

Once your milk comes in, it will come in!  Trust me.  It will be a lot easier for him to nurse because it will practically be shooting out at first .  But once you get it down it will be OK.

Just take a deep breath and remember it will be OK, the more tense you are the harder it is!!  Do what feels right, when it feels right, don't worry about schedules and sticking to the plan.  Just relax!  We are here for you! 

Congratulations!!!  How beautiful he is!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.  I can't help you with the nursing but I'm sending good vibes to you from NY...

No nursing experience here, but I have to say "welcome, Nolan."

 He's a cutey!  I hope that the nursing gets easier on the both of you.