well, thats it for BFing

susan1017 · September 2010

2 months doesnt sound like a long time but considering I wasn't planning on BF at all, I think we did pretty well!

I would continue but DS just isn't satisfied on BM and we supplemented from day one. We were using powered formula but he still never seemed satisfied and would eat every 1.5 hours! 20 minutes of breast then 3 oz of formula and looking for more in an hour. Not fun! We made a switch to the liquid due to the recall and he sleeps like a champ and is much happier during waking times. He was mostly weaned during the day and now he is had his first STTN on the liquid.

Very bittersweet for me. I am happy that we found something that works for DS but I will miss the BFing a little.

PubStar09 · September 2010

I don't know you, so don't take this personally. But I can't help but think that threads like this are a way for moms who give up BF'ing to justify it to themselves.

Obviously I'm not talking about moms who physically can't do it anymore, but rather those who just give up.

Some BM is absolutely better than none.

naturelle25 · September 2010

PubStar09:
I don't know you, so don't take this personally. But I can't help but think that threads like this are a way for moms who give up BF'ing to justify it to themselves.
Obviously I'm not talking about moms who physically can't do it anymore, but rather those who just give up.
Some BM is absolutely better than none.

so what if it is??? it is too early for this crap.

PubStar09 · September 2010

naturelle25:
PubStar09:
I don't know you, so don't take this personally. But I can't help but think that threads like this are a way for moms who give up BF'ing to justify it to themselves.
Obviously I'm not talking about moms who physically can't do it anymore, but rather those who just give up.
Some BM is absolutely better than none.
so what if it is??? it is too early for this crap.

It just seems silly to me to need the approval of internet strangers. If you choose to stop BF'ing, go for it. Embrace your decision.

naturelle25 · September 2010

PubStar09:
naturelle25:
PubStar09:
I don't know you, so don't take this personally. But I can't help but think that threads like this are a way for moms who give up BF'ing to justify it to themselves.
Obviously I'm not talking about moms who physically can't do it anymore, but rather those who just give up.
Some BM is absolutely better than none.
so what if it is??? it is too early for this crap.
It just seems silly to me to need the approval of internet strangers. If you choose to stop BF'ing, go for it. Embrace your decision.

doesnt sound like she is looking for our approval at all....just sharing her story.

Mrs.B6302007 · September 2010

OP - you could just BF in the am and pm if you're thinking you're really going to miss it. You would still have to supplement those feedings but at least you wouldn't have to work as hard at every feeding of the day or give up BF completely. This coming from someone who has to supplement every feeding due to a past surgery.

august282005 · September 2010

PubStar09:
I don't know you, so don't take this personally. But I can't help but think that threads like this are a way for moms who give up BF'ing to justify it to themselves.
Obviously I'm not talking about moms who physically can't do it anymore, but rather those who just give up.
Some BM is absolutely better than none.

Seriously? Why does it matter to you how OP feeds her child? The decision to wean is emotionally complicated. I can completely understand why OP would want to post it. I'm quite sure that OP would object to some of the parenting decisions you've made or will make and will post about. Parenting is hard enough as it is without comments like this. Get off your soap box please.

OP, good for you for making the decision that makes the most sense to keep you, your child & your family happy & healthy.

PubStar09 · September 2010

august282005:
PubStar09:
I don't know you, so don't take this personally. But I can't help but think that threads like this are a way for moms who give up BF'ing to justify it to themselves.
Obviously I'm not talking about moms who physically can't do it anymore, but rather those who just give up.
Some BM is absolutely better than none.
Seriously? Why does it matter to you how OP feeds her child? The decision to wean is emotionally complicated. I can completely understand why OP would want to post it. I'm quite sure that OP would object to some of the parenting decisions you've made or will make and will post about. Parenting is hard enough as it is without comments like this. Get off your soap box please.
OP, good for you for making the decision that makes the most sense to keep you, your child & your family happy & healthy.

That's exactly my point though. No one cares if you decide to stop BF'ing. If your kid is still being fed, good. Do what you have to do.

And that's also why I don't post about my parenting decisions. Because they're MY decisions and I don't need approval from people I don't know.

ToBeClements · September 2010

OP- I'm glad that you've found something that works for your LO. I know it's a hard decision, but seeing LO happy makes it all worth it! I just made the same decision to switch to formula earlier this week, and we are both so much happier! 2 months is great. I'm glad you posted this because it helps me to see other people going through the same hard times and mentally it's nice it know I'm not the only one who quit early on too.

PhilsWife07 · September 2010

I'm glad you have found an arrangement that works best for your family!

PhilsWife07 · September 2010

PubStar09:

But I can't help but think that threads like this are a way for moms who give up BF'ing to justify it to themselves.

I can't even being to put into words how much this ignorant comment pisses me off.

susan1017 · September 2010

PubStar09:
I don't know you, so don't take this personally. But I can't help but think that threads like this are a way for moms who give up BF'ing to justify it to themselves.
Obviously I'm not talking about moms who physically can't do it anymore, but rather those who just give up.
Some BM is absolutely better than none.

And I cant help but think that responses like this are narrow and stupid...but that's me. I am not approval seeking and am certainly do not have a need to explain myself but tell me this..if your child acted hungry and fussy all the time wouldn't you do whatever you could to make them happy even if that means giving up BFing? It must be nice to have all the answers after about a minute and a half of being a parent.

MrserinJ · September 2010

PubStar09:
I don't know you, so don't take this personally. But I can't help but think that threads like this are a way for moms who give up BF'ing to justify it to themselves.
Obviously I'm not talking about moms who physically can't do it anymore, but rather those who just give up.
Some BM is absolutely better than none.

And I can't help but think posts like THIS are so self-righteous mothers like yourself can pat themselves on the back and tell people they are superior mothers just because they BF. Good God.

MrsBNDO · September 2010

MrserinJ:
PubStar09:
I don't know you, so don't take this personally. But I can't help but think that threads like this are a way for moms who give up BF'ing to justify it to themselves.
Obviously I'm not talking about moms who physically can't do it anymore, but rather those who just give up.
Some BM is absolutely better than none.
And I can't help but think posts like THIS are so self-righteous mothers like yourself can pat themselves on the back and tell people they are superior mothers just because they BF. Good God.

Well said; my sentiments exactly.

Parrot_momma · September 2010

ashleysynyshyn:
Good for you, but others like the feedback. I enjoy reading about others' experiences and getting feedback when I have parenting questions or would like to hear people's comments about decisions I make. Why are you here?

Apparently, to stroke her ego because she is obviously the better parent *gag*

Parrot_momma · September 2010

Glad you are making the right decision for you and your family :-)

I wonder what the difference between powder formula and rtf or concentrates is, and why some babies seem fuller longer with the liquids.

Doubtfulone · September 2010

If you are not ready to complete give up you can talk to a lactation consultant - but hey, you might have already done that!

My friend was having the same issue and she was told she was not feeding her DD long enough.

Anyhow, either way, good luck and absoultely, making your LO happy is numero uno.

CrazyToast · September 2010

Good for you on making a decision that works for your family!

PlainandTall · September 2010

Oh criminey- didn't see that coming.

OP, sorry this thread even went there.

I just wanted to post a congratulations to you for nursing 2 months that you hadn't even planned to nurse! That's a wonderful thing to have done and I hope you feel very proud about this accomplishment and have lots of wonderful memories of this time! Good for you! (and don't pay her any heed)

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