Friday, January 17, 2014

I still breast feed Chloe. I breast feed her because she wants to. I feed her because she won't drink whole milk. I feed her because I can. We are now down to about 4 feedings a day.

I truly didn't know that nursing Chloe would go so well and I am grateful. Before I had Chloe I didn't really think much about nursing. I have surprised myself with how much I enjoy it and the bond it has given us. I also feel comfort in knowing there are many studies that prove how great the benefits are to Chloe. As her mom I know that she doesn't want to stop at this moment ( despite other's opinions) and I will continue to feed her until I know in my heart it is time-- which I am hoping will in the next few 5 months.

I have been surprised at different reactions I have gotten from people. Some good, some bad, and some indifferent. When I get asked about it by someone who has a negative thought or thinks it's weird, I kind of freeze up and don't stand up for how great I think it is. It really is NOT like me to not stand up for what I think and voice my opinion but for some reason breast feeding catches me of guard in what to say.

I hope that breast feeding will become more acceptable in our culture  especially after the one year mark. There is nothing wrong with it and in fact there are only benefits.

And that is my two sense on nursing.


9 comments:

  1. My good friend nursed her baby girl till she was 4 and her now almost 3 year boy still breastfeeds. She loves it and swears by the benefits. People will give you a hard time no matter what I feel like. So you are right on and do what your heart tells you. I struggle daily with wanting to quit but know I should least make it for 1 year. So more power to you girl!!

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    1. Thanks Sarah! You're right no matter what you do someone will have an opinion about it! Hope little man is doing well.

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  2. Do what works for you and Chloe! Whatever works for you, is best :) I have to formula feed because of a couple of complications that occured, but I refuse to let anyone's opinions on that get me down. You'll know when the time is right! Good for you :) xox Steph Abbott

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    1. Good for you steph! Seriously whatever is best for you is what is right!

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  3. “Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind.” Quote for your thoughts! I love that you are going with your heart & mommy-intuition. Maybe you freeze up when people have an opinion that catches you off guard simply because it is so personal between you & Chloe. You are an AMAZING mom and you, as her mother, know her needs above anyone & what is best for her. Love this picture of you & Chloe! - Jamie S.

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  4. I have a friend that does it too. Her son is 18 months. Ha.

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  5. Nursing is wonderful. Period. it's just a magical bond between mama's and babies. I LOVE it too. Chloe is so blessed to have you and i agree, keep going while the two of you are still comfortable and happy. We are like the only culture that it's not normal to breastfeed all the way until 2. I nursed Holden til 3, Ever until 2 and we will see with Hawk!

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  6. Good for you! I am very pro breast feeding (even though I hate doing it myself I still do it!) I really do believe that the parents know what is best for their child. There are things my kids do right on "schedule" & other things they don't....like miles still sleeping in our room :) you really are the best mom ever! Chloe is so lucky to have a mom who is so selfless and cares about the well being of her child over what society thinks a child should be doing.

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  7. I breastfed Callie till she was 16 months and only stopped because I miscarried and had to be put on medication that I couldn't nurse with for a few days. I loved it and can't wait to nurse with this next one! I really hope that breastfeeding becomes more accepted because I hated having to sit in the car or in a restaurant bathroom because people were uncomfortable with me feeding my daughter even with a hooter hider.

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