Breastfeeding coming to an end
Breastfeeding coming to an end
So sad. I’ve made the decision to stop nursing and it makes me sad. We had our last baby May 24. Since I’ve gone back to work she only nurses once a day. I get so stressed out pumping and then trying to time it so I can nurse her once in the evening. I’ve had supply issues this pregnancy and have been renting a hospital grade pump that I have to cart with me everyone. I just know this is it. Once I stop I can’t go back. I know she will survive on all formula but it makes me feel selfish. Anyone feel the same way or am I being a baby.
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Definitely not being over dramatic. It is a huge deal and a very important one. I would feel the same way. But as you said, your baby will survive and be perfectly fine. You have tried and given her an awesome start so celebrate that! It will take time but you will probably feel relief from all the stress. Feel good that you made the effort ?
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I felt the same way and had the SAME issues after I returned to work I also rented a hospital grade pump in hopes it would help, I felt so guilty. BUT I made it 4 months breastfeeding her and I have never done it before and she was EBF and I didn't think I had it in me to do it at all. Now that my daughters on formula she's actually gained more weight so it's been a good thing for us but I totally felt guilty and sad when I stopped
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I don’t know exactly what you are going through, but I know that your baby is loved for having a mom that worries about something like that. You have a lucky baby to have a momma like you. It sounds like the little one is thriving , and I know even bottle feeding , you can bond with your baby and know that they are getting proper nutrition. You are being totally unselfish to make sure your baby is fed over hanging on to your own feelings of wanting something your body isn’t cooperating with. Good job, mama!!
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I to felt that way when I stopped... but as long as ur baby is healthy fed and happy that’s all that matters. u will feel better later and sad off and on for a while but u have to do what’s best for u.