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Positive breastfeeding stories.

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blackpanth · 27/01/2024 18:49

Just thought I'd make a thread to hear all about the positive breastfeeding stories. I'll go first.

With my first he ended up having tongue tie so it was very painful for me. I would bleed. Was really sore. Literally brought me to tears. Was such a relief when I got the tie cut. It still hurt for a bit but wasn't as pain full. I had to use formula for a bit just to give my nips a break. But didn't use it for too long and breastfeeding was easy once it stopped hurting and still feeding him now at nearly 22 months. Just wish knew how hard it was going to be. Wasn't easy at all in the beginning. Thank god my friend warned me about the boob job boobs. My god they hurt. Wasn't expecting them to hurt that bad. Why doesn't it get taught in schools. Something needs to change as well as the support. Needs to be way more support.

Now with my second I kept getting told it probably won't work and get formula. Didn't need formula and happy to say that's she's 💯 on just breastmilk. I haven't got anything against formula at all. I'm just glad she's been sorely fed by me.

I just want to say sorry to all those that it didn't work out for, that you should have got the support. You're all still amazing mams. How babas are fed, doesn't take away that.❤️ 😊

Anyone else want to share their story?

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Naptrappedmummy · 27/01/2024 19:03

You’ve started so many threads about breastfeeding now I’m sure you know all the positives.

blackpanth · 27/01/2024 20:06

Naptrappedmummy · 27/01/2024 19:03

You’ve started so many threads about breastfeeding now I’m sure you know all the positives.

Not actually about breastfeeding. Want to know about other mams breastfeeding journeys

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blackpanth · 27/01/2024 20:08

Naptrappedmummy · 27/01/2024 19:03

You’ve started so many threads about breastfeeding now I’m sure you know all the positives.

And if you actually read my threads they were for advice...

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blackpanth · 27/01/2024 20:37

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fourelementary · 27/01/2024 20:44

Breastfeeding gave such a lovely bond- there is something to be said about knowing you have provided the sustenance to help a baby grow from a teeny newborn to a chunky 6 month old. If EBF it is really hard work and tiring etc but you can be proud of yourself… the ability to soothe any stress or pain or illness by a magic boob- especially fab for toddlers!
I bf all my children and my dd was a young mum who also bf despite the difficulties and the extra pressures being so young etc.
I ebf all my babies and my last one was a massive baby nearly 11lb and someone said “you won’t make enough milk” which was just stupid… I did and he thrived. After the tongue tie was snipped at least…
Oh and the way baby has like a relationship with the boobs- they’re yours but theirs too. So sweet.
And finally when you get them back, I’ve found them to be soooo much more sensitive in a nice way and that’s a reward for me (and husband)! 🤭

JollyHostess101 · 27/01/2024 20:45

Mine wasn’t all plain sailing but I perceived until 5 months combi feeding and I’m so glad I did! We had lots of weight issues to begin with and my father was diagnosed with terminal cancer just before baby was born. I had to move down to care for him when baby was 7 weeks old and my memories of BF during that ghastly turbulent time move me to tears it was so special.

I also pleased I stopped when my supply dropped post loosing my dad and funeral as that was the best decision as I could feel the anxiety creeping in!

Not an all sunshine and journey but one I enjoyed and am proud of!

Naptrappedmummy · 27/01/2024 20:47

Didn't need formula and happy to say that's she's 💯 on just breastmilk. I haven't got anything against formula at all. I'm just glad she's been sorely fed by me. I just want to say sorry to all those that it didn't work out for, that you should have got the support. You're all still amazing mams. How babas are fed, doesn't take away that.

They don’t need you to tell them they’re great mums, especially when they haven’t even asked.

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