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Nursing Diaries

Happy Friday, mamas! Let’s talk nursing… whether you’re breastfeeding, pumping, or using formula, when it comes to feeding our babies I feel like people are really passionate one way or the other. I remember when I had Beckam, my milk dried up really fast and I felt like I was failing as a mom. I think a big part that was that breastfeeding in general was not as openly talked about as it is now. As a first time mom, I wasn’t as confident in my “mom skills” as I am the second time around. So I just wanted to start this post with whatever you are doing to feed your baby, that’s amazing! 

When we had Ollie this time around, I wanted to try breastfeeding again. He did really well at the beginning, but as time went on my milk supply started to lower. My milk wasn’t coming out as fast as the bottle so when it came time to feed, he would get really upset and wouldn’t latch. Sometimes if he was really tired, he would latch and I LOVE that time with him so much. There is no better connection, but most of the time after the first 6 weeks, it just didn’t work… Some days it’s still hard and I miss having that connection time breastfeeding him, but I’m also really thankful he can still get some of my milk other ways. And I’ll be honest, it’s not much some days, but I’ve learned to appreciate my body at this stage and to be thankful for everything it’s done – like carrying him through a healthy pregnancy. Whatever stage you’re at, appreciate your body! 

When we were at the hospital they kept telling me I could get a nice pump covered by insurance. I went to multiple pharmacies to ask, but got blank stares each time. I almost gave up but then I heard about Aeroflow Breastpumps. The company specializes in helping women get a breast pump through their insurance. They also offer pregnancy and postpartum support garments, like maternity support bands, compression socks, etc. As well as essentials like milk storage bags and nursing pads, cleaning supplies, and hands-free pumping bras – and you can even use your FSA/HSA funds to purchase these items! They take care of the entire process for you, filing the claim and getting documents from your doctor – all you do is fill out this form and Aeroflow Breastpumps will check to see if you qualify for a pump through insurance and do the rest. They also have a ton of breast pumps to choose from. The Lansinoh Smartpump is amazing – you can track/monitor your pumping schedule from your phone and it actually mimics baby’s natural feeding patterns, so it’s really efficient. This pump is covered through most insurance plans, too! Breast pumps can really add up but if your insurance covers it, it’s a great way to snag a nice one. Plus you can save money to splurge on something else – like a car seat or stroller.  

XX, Christine

*In collaboration with Aeroflow. 

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  1. Marta

    I have the exact same problem with my 3 month old. He slowly stopped nursing because he got frustrated of the flow not being like from the bottle. So now I breastfeed him only in the morning when he’s most relaxed and patient, and for the rest I use the hospital grade pump. On good days he only gets one formula meal and rest my milk, on bad days maybe half-half. And I had incredible emotional suffering because I couldn’t produce enough milk or have it in a way so he wants to nurse. I was heartbroken and devastated, but I understood that there is only so much I can do. So now I’m happy and grateful for the milk that I have, although it’s so difficult and time consuming to pump and feed. All the best with your little one!

  2. marie from heartfelt hunt

    i love love love that you shared this! big love to all the mamas out there – we are all doing the best we can!!! ❤️❤️❤️

    xoxo,
    marie

    by the way i just styled this cute red & silver holiday season look:
    http://www.heartfelthunt.com/red-silver

  3. Sarah York

    Love your thoughts! Also love your pajamas. Do you have a link for them?

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