Have you seen this commercial? I can't endorse Luvs as I've never used them but I think this advertisement is great. Last week marked 8 months of Brynn and my nursing relationship and I'm happy to report that despite going back to work we should definitely reach my goal of one year as long as no un-forseen circumstances come up.
Everyone has been really wonderful and supportive of my desire to nurse Brynn so thank you for that. Here a just a few tips for nursing moms and their supporters:
1. Be really supportive. Never suggest that the reason the baby is crying is because maybe something's wrong with the milk or that there isn't enough...thanks :) Be especially supportive during the first weeks when nursing is hard (and really quite painful). But once you get through this period life becomes so. much. easier. And just a tip for new moms/future moms: learn how to nurse your baby while laying down. It will change your life because there are not many activities you get to do that involve resting once baby comes along!
2. Bring the nursing mama some water and something to eat because she's really thirsty and really hungry. She's also burning 1000 calories a day...which is AMAZING!...seriously babies are like little liposuction machines.
3. Find other activities for daddy and helpers. I know it seems easier in the beginning to get others involved in feeding but the help will eventually dwindle and when dad is back at work it'll just be you and the night feedings. It's so convenient to have the milkies at the right temp and in the perfect container at 3 AM.
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