I wonder what tune she would be singing if she hadn’t been blessed with such an “ample supply” and had to give Milo formula (even just supplementary formula). Many mothers have to go back to work and find pumping to be so stressful that they literally make themselves sick and kill their supply from all the stress. She should count herself very lucky that she can breastfeed on demand and be with her baby 24/7. I really sense a feeling of smugness coming from her every time she “raises awareness” about the issue. Like she doesn’t really consider what the other side experiences.
Yes, breastfeeding is wonderful for a myriad of reasons. Good for you you can do it, here’s your gold star.
She’s not some sort of innovative thought-leader by being pro-breastfeeding on social media. I had to stop breastfeeding because of health problems and ALL I SAW were posts about breastfeeding and each time it hurt me.
Some women have a really hard time. Some women love breastfeeding but can’t keep up their supply. A lot of us are very upset when we have to stop breastfeeding and feel intense shame and guilt for not being able to continue. Not to mention a profound feeling of sadness that we’re missing out on that feeding bond.
I’m all for talking about breastfeeding and discussing the challenges, but cool down on the showboating Melanie.
Yes, breastfeeding is wonderful for a myriad of reasons. Good for you you can do it, here’s your gold star.
She’s not some sort of innovative thought-leader by being pro-breastfeeding on social media. I had to stop breastfeeding because of health problems and ALL I SAW were posts about breastfeeding and each time it hurt me.
Some women have a really hard time. Some women love breastfeeding but can’t keep up their supply. A lot of us are very upset when we have to stop breastfeeding and feel intense shame and guilt for not being able to continue. Not to mention a profound feeling of sadness that we’re missing out on that feeding bond.
I’m all for talking about breastfeeding and discussing the challenges, but cool down on the showboating Melanie.