Breastfeeding DS moms?

 My baby is due October 8th. At that time I'll be 18 months post-op. I'm worried I won't be able to breastfeed. So far my labs are great. I'm not low on anything, not even borderline low. Any DS moms who can offer anecdotes on the abilities to breastfeed their little ones? I'm hoping with all hope that I won't have any problems breastfeeding *fingers crossed*

Why do you think you wouldn't be able to breastfeed? As long as you're healthy and producing milk, you should be good to go.

I planned all along to breastfeed (I have a modified DS - super long common channel), and I started to once he was born, but we hit too many obstacles. However, none of them were caused by my WLS. He's now formula fed and perfectly healthy.

I had a baby 17months post op and I breastfed him until he was 11 months old. We did have to supplement with formula because I was just not able to eat enough for both of us I offered an extra 1-2 ounces after nursing. I didn't give him a full bottle feeding until he was on solids. He was about 5 months old. But he is a healthy 5 year old and has had no problems at all. He has had one ear infection and that's it. He hasn't been to the dr except for annual checkups.

Since I posted this I've come across other boards where it seems most women can breastfeed for the anti-bodies but have to supplement with forumla. That gives me hope cause I was hearing some stories that it'd be near impossible to breastfeed and I love the bonding that goes on during breastfeeding. Thank you both for your replies. It helps keep me optimistic. :) 

I didn't have DS I had RNY and I EBF one girl till 1 year old no bottles or formula. And I am EBF my 7 month old. I think it varies from person to person. Talk to a lactation consultant before and after you have the baby. She will help you out alot!! Good Luck
J

Just keeping monitoring your labs and stay hydrated. You should be fine! I just want to caution that some newborns seems to nurse ALL THE TIME. It doesn't necessiarly mean that you don't have enough milk. They're just helping to build your supply and they naturally like to suck. So, don't go by that alone in deciding whether or not you're making enough milk. Keeping track of the number of pee/poop diapers is a better indicator.
I'd also encourage you to check out a local La Leche League group (even before birth). They can be a great support. If you have questions, you can call leaders even if you've never been to a meeting before.
Good luck!

I had a baby boy a little more than two years after my DS and breastfeeding has gone really well.  He is almost 17 months old and still nurses.  He is a lot slimmer than his sister who came along before DS, and I did offer him some supplementation when it was clear his growth curve was different but he never took it.  He is tall and hits milestones early, generally, and I don't think he is wanting for nutrients.  He happily eats solid food but his appetite is pretty modest.  Breastfeeding has been great for us.