I did it for 13 months without bottles and I can't wait to nurse again. I loved it so much.
It takes patience !! And a shit load of nipple cream lol ... I only did it for 4 months because my daughter got used to the bottle and didn't want my boob anymore .. I started pumping and eventually it dried out :/ .. I regret it sooo bad!! Now with this baby it's gnna be nothing but boob!! I'm ready !! But prepare girls for ur nipples to feel like they have just been cut off ... It hurts but u will get the hang of it !! .. Be patient n don't give up!!
you can always ask a specialist to help in the hospital.