So even though I am extremely happy to be able to breastfeed Lucy, nursing doesn't come without some shortcomings as well. I completely understand why some mothers choose to use formula because it is a very personal decision. Here is a list of my gripes with breastfeeding - it helps me to vent a little:
1. It's all up to mom - cause unfortunately, men haven't evolved to lactate yet. I suppose I could pump and let Brandon (or anyone for that matter) give Lucy a bottle but if I have to pump, I might as well just nurse directly.
2. Engorgement - I suppose it's a good thing that I don't have any problems with milk supply but I just wish it would normalize already. This is especially a pain at night as Lucy goes longer between feedings and I am stomach-sleeper (or prefer to be) but the two rocks attached to my chest interfere with my already inhibited sleep. And then when they're engorged, it makes latching a little more difficult for Lucy. And lopsided breasts during the day are just not that attractive.
3. Leakage - I already feel somewhat guilty for my impact on the environment by using disposable diapers but at least it wasn't unexpected. I had no idea how many disposable breast pads I would be going through (and I've tried the reusable, washable ones and they're terribly ineffective). And I can't even count how many times I have sprayed Lucy in the face during a feeding as she has detached (and she is only 1 month!)
Of course, the benefits outweigh these small inconveniences for me. And now Lucy calls for her second lunch...
2 comments:
amen sistah.
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