08/07/2021
I knew even before I delivered my little love that this is what I wanted. I had expectations for how it would develop⦠how our bond would grow⦠but you truly never know what will happen until youāre holding this precious little person in your arms. This beautiful creature you created out of the greatest love.
If youāve been following for some time or know me personally, you know breastfeeding has been a tremendous part of my motherhood journey. I am honored, privileged, and grateful to have had this experience and share such an intimate, special bond with my babe.
For 26 months, my body produced and delivered precious nutrients to my baby. Honestly, it still feels odd at times that sheās not still breastfeeding. You may recall, our breastfeeding journey came to an end a short 7 weeks ago! Even the very last time she fed from me⦠it was so special⦠magical even because I KNEW it was the last. People talk about intuition often, but a motherās intuition is something so powerful. Perhaps Iāll sound a bit silly but I could FEEL the energy.
From the very beginning until the absolute end, my journey was beautiful, unforgettable, and so precious. However, it did not go without challenges and obstacles to overcome. The weeks, days, hours, and minutes can feel fleeting and as if they have no end all at the same time. āSelflessnessā, in all the ways becomes the vibe⦠or at least that was my experience. I chose her over me. I chose attachment parenting. I chose to do things the way I wanted⦠the way that innately felt right for me.
As powerful and glorious as breastfeeding is, at the end of the day, what is paramount is that our babies are safe, loved, and full. Fed truly is best.
Cheers to all the breastfeeding mamas!
Cheers to the pumping mamas!
Cheers to the mamas that donate their breast milk!
Cheers to the mamas who supplement with formula!
Cheers to the mamas who formula feed!
Cheers to you, Mama!
YOU ARE AMAZING!
Happy World Breastfeeding Week š„°