Congratulations Mommy KM!
I remember being at the same point you are right now with my daughter last year. I know breastfeeding is hard at first, but please believe me it does get easier! Here are a few things that helped me get through those first months:
1. Make sure you are not dehydrated, which can happen really fast because you are so focused on the baby. I had to tell my husband to bring me things to drink even if I did not ask for something or felt thirsty because I would forget and I was literally chained to the couch at times with the baby. The same goes for eating!
2. I learned that I needed to relax while pumping or nothing would come out. What helped me was deep breathing and having a quiet space to pump. I also had the pump on too high of suction at first, which made it very painful. Once I turned it down a level it was much more comfortable, which made me more relaxed, which allowed the milk to let down.
3. I almost gave up on breastfeeding after the first week or so, but decided to go to the lactation consultants at the hospital as a last ditch effort. They were wonderful and gave me a lot of great tips and more confidence that I could succeed. Does the hospital you delivered at have lactation consultants? My hospital gave a discount for the first visit since I delivered there (Northwest Community).
Please remember breastfeeding will get easier as you get the hang of it. You should be proud of yourself that you are trying. Take care of yourself and good luck!
Annie