It’s crazy how much guilt one simple thing — like when and how the baby comes — can bring with it. Originally, baby boy’s due date was September 3. Then the doctor told me at some point September 1 was more accurate, but it never got changed in the computer — so September 3 it... Continue Reading →
Our breastfeeding journey: Part 4
Why pumping did not work for me -- until I learned a secret. When I started pumping, it was painful. So painful that I was close to tears during pumping and, afterwards, any time even a soft shirt would touch my nipples, I’d wince in pain. A bunch of pumping moms said, “It gets better over time.” But that was not true for me.
Our breastfeeding journey: Part 3
What I wish I’d known about exclusive pumping from the start
Our breastfeeding journey: Part 2
Before you commit, you'll wanna know WHY you're pumping
Our breastfeeding journey: Part 1
I pumped for 16+ months -- I didn't think I'd make it past 1 week
Week 2: Hospital to home
It's Friday, February 5th. And it looks like no one will be coming home today.