I don't think I can keep breastfeeding. I cannot take the pain, it's literally making me insane and it's at the point where I dread feeding my baby!!!
I am really thinking of switching to formula and it makes me so sad!😔 I want to do what's best for my baby...
@mommy122015, do not feel bad about doing what's best for you and your baby. If you dread feeding and it stressed you out your baby can sense that. I did 1 week of breast feeding and I struggled with the decision whether or not to switch. I could feel myself slipping into PPD and I knew what I needed to do. My little girl is both healthy and happy, and I'm glad I made the switch. You must do what's best for not just your baby but you. I know the extremely healthy benefits of bf but it's not for every woman. I was the first ever in my family to even try it and I'm proud of myself for lasting a week. Be proud that you tried!
Your baby might not be latching right, it should never hurt. Does your nipples ever look flat or curved up when you delatch your baby, or your baby might have thrush. schedule an appointment asap to rule out thrush.
It'll get better.