breastfeeding

[MomToBe1011]

So what does everyone feel about breastfeeding? Some family members breastfeed but others will not breastfeed nor even try it. Since this is my first pregnancy I want to see what some of you think?  Pro's and con's?  I plan on breastfeeding as of right now

[MomToBe1011]

Awesome thanks girls! I really think this made up my mind on breastfeeding!  Shyloveskai and purplenacho I hope everything goes good for you with breastfeeding!  Best of luck ladies!

[purplenacho]

I have never breastfed yet, but I plan to once my baby is born. I'm going to because I think it's the best thing for both me and him. Gives baby the right nutrients and I hear it's great bonding time plus it burns calories. Just hope it's not as painful as some say lol. So I really hope I'll be able to. :)

[shyloveskai]

Pros: nutrition, bonding, feeling of accomplishment, easier than prepping a bottle

Cons: takes dedication, practice makes perfect, bad latching can lead to extremely painful nipples.

From my personal experience, i tried to breastfeed my daughter, i got discouraged because she had a bad latch and my nipples cracked and bled, since i had no help or advice i gave up and pumped milk. When i realized i wanted to nurse directly i became too nervous to try again and i gave up altogether after 1 month. I deeply regretted stopping after.  Now that im having my second and LAST baby i know i wont give up or feel awkward with trial and error, i cant wait for the bonding experience and ive watched a lot of videos about proper latching, treatment and prevention of cracked nipples. Im so excited this time around. Ill be avoiding the pump unless i need to do it for some reason. (nothing wrong with pumping at all, i just depended on the pump with my first baby) :)

[kennimae]

I am pro breastfeeding but I also breastfed my daughter past a year old. There are so many benefits for you an baby and really the best start you can give your little one.