Everyone’s breastfeeding journey looks different. And breastfeeding can be very hard and exhausting, both physically and mentally. But remember that breastfeeding success comes in baby steps. Our lactation consultant, Katie’s, advice? Don’t give up.
Breastfeeding success may also come in different ways.
“For some mothers it may be feeding directly from the chest. In other families it may mean lots of pumping and bottles or feeding through a tube, said Emily. “Some mothers may need to supplement their milk supply, but are able to do so with a breast supplementer.”
And, “If none of it goes in the direction a mother wants, the baby will remember the love you gave,” said Katie.