I happen to follow this breastfeeding blog just for some inside tips and commonalities that we milk mommas share. Mind you, the majority of the time it deals with things that I am not interested in such as tandem feeding (ie nursing a newborn and an older child at the same time), and the benefits of nursing till the child goes to school. Not my literal cup of tea, but to each their own. Yet this past blog has really stuck with me. Not so much that all of my mommy friends are breastfeeders, but some of the points she makes certainly make sense. It is easier to relate to someone as a mother when they breastfeed their child as well. You do not feel awkward pulling out the hooter-hider and feeding your child while having a conversation with this person. Other nursing moms are a wealth of information and support when things can get tricky even months past the early tough days!
I really like her position on the unspoken guilt that some moms feel when confronted by another mom who did not have good luck with nursing and feels threatened by how well it is going for me. SO TRUE. Parenthood is full of MANY unknowns and each and every one of us will rightfully question how well they are doing by using their peers as a barometer. It is only natural for someone who is struggling with breastfeeding or conception, to postpartum weight loss, or organization of life to throw a shady eye your way. We just need to have those supportive friends to fall back on when you might feel a tad guilty for what you are doing. Because you should never feel guilty when you are doing what is best for you and your child.
Thanks Megz for the boost of confidence!
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