Anyone apprehensive about BFing and ended up really enjoying it?

mrs.bridgettkay

I am really apprehensive to BF and at this point don't think it'll feel natural to me, although I know it is.  Did anyone else feel this way and actually enjoy BFing?  Did it take awhile or did you know it would be your think right after trying it?

digginja

I was not 100% committed to the idea of BFing when I started. However, now, here I am, 5+ months later still going strong. I wouldn't say I was "really apprehensive" though and the couple people I know who were, have not kept it up. I say go into it with an open mind. You mind find out it isn't as bad as you think.

armywife7205

I really wanted to BF but was worried about what might go wrong.

 Honestly, they first week-10 days was ROUGH! It hurt, was awkward (for both of us!).

 However, now I love it... it is so easy, the bond is incredible. This might sound selfish but I look at how much she has grown in the past 4 months (omg... she is almost 4 months) and think, that is totally because of me and my milk.

 It isnt for everyone though and I understand that.

jenbowman

I really wasn't too sure about it before I did it.  I knew I wanted to try it and if it worked great, if not then we would just use formula.  I am so glad I have continued bfing!!!  I love the closeness we have that no one else does.  I work and so I have to pump.  Though it is a hassle it is more than worth it!!

carrann82

Before I got pregnant, I never thought about BF'ing.  Then when I got pregnant I thought I would at least give it a try.  Now that I do it, I cannot imagine not doing it.

Tinsleigh75

i was! ?i was extremely concerned about the whole going back to work aspect.?

i am so glad i did it. ?and yes, i would say i took to it right away, although we had ?rough patch at 3 weeks and again at 6 weeks (mastitis and growth spurts).?

the best part about it is this: ?after being gone at work all day, i get to come home and sit down on the couch with my beautiful little boy and watch him eat. ?and now that he is a bit bigger, he will stop and smile up at me and stare at me. ?it is hands down the best part of my day.?

milfy1

I can't speak for myself ( I was excited about BFing)

but...  Mrs.West (I don't know if she is around anymore) thought she wanted to formula feed, but she changed her mind when the baby came and now is nursing her baby.

Mrs Woman

I was concerned about it being painful. It was at first, but lanolin (sp?) really helped. I put it on a few times a day in the beginning. I was really sold on bfing when we went to our two month pedi appointment and found out the ds is 13 lbs 11oz!  It was nice to know that he is thriving so well.

My advice is to try to make it to 8 weeks. Most of the pain is gone by then and the baby is a faster feeder.

MissKris

Me.  I must say, it sucked big time the first six weeks.  I absolutely hated it.  It was frustrating and it hurt.  But once the issues cleared up, I began to enjoy it.  I love that my son is instantly calmed when I nurse him.  I love that he gets everything he needs to survive from me, just like when he was in my belly. 

ldw0815

I thought I would be weirded out by thoe whole thing because I am not real big on the breat touching, but I knew I wanted my baby to have breastmilk.  I absolutely love BFing!!!!!!!  It gives you time to bond with your baby, no one ekse can bond like that with your child so it is really special to me

thereds

I was a little weirded out by the idea and very worried that it would be too hard, or my milk wouldn't come in, or it would hurt too much, etc...  I won't say that it has been super easy, but it hasn't been half as bad as I was afraid and I do enjoy it.  Like pp, I'm kinda proud of my body for doing such a good job of providing for my baby.  It's fun to know that I'm giving her exactly what she needs!

jillijo

I was apprehensive, but maybe for a different reason. I was always the kind of girl who wanted people to respect her bubble. Don't get too close! By the time DS was a few hours old, however, I was over all that. I can't even count the number of nurses who saw and (gasp!) touched my breasts as they helped us get a good latch going. Although it has been difficult at times, and often painful, I now can say that I enjoy BFing. Not only has it solidified my bond with my baby, but it gives me a real sense of accomplishment!