so I have about decided to go with a breast pump for first 6 weeks or so for those antibodies. then, want to swap to…

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@bella91 thanks girl. you are exactly right.

my sister felt the same way. Girl you do what suits you and your baby. remember if mama ain't happy no one's happy. do what works for you. plenty of ppl. have been formula fed and are healthy and happy

I just feel like I'm going to feel awkward and I don't want to start then realize im still so uncomfortable that it makes her uncomfortable and then have to switch up on her... ugh. I've still got til April 10th to decide, if I go the full 40 weeks... but that day will be here before I know it with all we have going on right now at the house.

Maybe look into breast-feeding support groups in your area, I started going to one just to get out of the house and meet other moms and it made me so much more comfortable.

My little guy is 13 weeks and he has never had a bottle.. This wasn't exactly my plan. I pump and just freeze it. I was planning to pump and use a bottle but I fell in love with breastfeeding. I'm very bashful about it out in public and avoid it at all costs but I've gotten use to doing it around my hubby my mom and my mother in law. But I'm still always covered. I also just had to breast-feed my little guy on an airplane and I was so anxious about it but it was fine, in fact, the guy sitting next to us didn't even realize I was doing it. I also love that it is special time between me and my boy and a great excuse to duck away when I feel the need.

why don't you just exclusively pump?

@jessilee318 yes indeed it will! the bond will be indescribable! 😍😍

@rosalinasmami , thank you for sharing. I hope my feelings change about it, of course, I'm sure a lot will change once they place her in my arms ... that part I cannot wait for.

I was nervous to bf in public for the first few months. Or even in front of family or friends. I guess I wasn't sure how to maneuver and get my boob out and baby latched on. I would go in a different room if friends were over the house. ofcourse I was fine in front of my husband. I pumped and stored milk, so when we would go out, I would bring a bottle or two for my daughter. I bought a nursing cover just in case I ever did need to feed in public then I'll have my cover and maybe I won't be so nervous. I tried using it at home for practice and it was ok but I don't think my daughter cared for it. lol I ended up having to feed in public bc we were flying out for the holidays. I had to feed at the airport and ofcourse on the plane. I was a bit uncomfortable at first,but slowly got use to it, and realized no one could see anything and I was fine! I gotta feed my baby! she needs to eat and if anyone had a problem I was gunna stand up for my rights!✊ I felt more empowered once I got comfortable. I figured out how to maneuver my daughter just right and undo my nursing my bra and boom! I usually wear a cami under my clothes so when I lift my shirt up my back and belly aren't exposed. And sometimes I'll use a blanket kind of wraped around her when I'm holding her for a little extra coverage while nursing. Just in case. I love the bond I feel when breastfeeding! But don't worry if you feeling uncomfortable now a bit awkward now. Maybe It'll just take some time for you to adjust.