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and..I am done breastfeeding.. =(

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And I am so so so so bummed. 

Since the babies got sick, they were really high maintenance and I was taking more and more care of them and less and less care of me.

By the time they hit the hospital.. and then I ended up in the ER and had to drink the CAT scan cocktail and get pumped with iodine for the CAT scan, I had to pump and dump for two days. Then I got sick and really needed anitobitics to kick this so I can take care of them again. So I would have been pumping and dumping like two more weeks. 

I was also super dehydrated, not sleeping, and I think I've dropped about 10 pounds in the last two weeks. Needless to say, my supply completely tanked.

I am really bummed but trying to look at the bright side that I'll get back like 3 hours of my day that I spent pumping. And I lost a ton of weight lately. My pre pregnancy pants fit. Of course, I still have this nice fat roll because my skin is so stretched out it's unreal. 

ugh. Just had to cry about it one more time. 

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  • Shanseur*Shanseur*
    I remember when I had to stop and I really didn't want to.  I'm sorry...I know its so frustrating.
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  • LucyPevensieLucyPevensie member

    I am so sorry Jen - that sucks.  I am back on antibiotics myself so now pumping and dumpimg and my supply seems to be possibly tanking too so i might be right behind you. 

    Regardless - you are one of the most amazing moms on this board.  You are doing such a great job. 

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  • jbkjbk
    You have done so much for them already!  Don't beat yourself up.  Be proud that you were able to bf this long. 
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  • candmcandm
    I'm sorry. I'm sure it's frustrating and will take some adjusting too. BUT, holy cow, if anybody needs a few extra hours in their day, it's got to be you. I hope it makes your life a little easier.
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  • LovingLife_06LovingLife_06
    I'm sorry.  I can only imagine how disappointing that must be. But, like pp said, you have done so much for your precious boys already, try not to beat yourself up about it.  (((hugs)))
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  • MonkeysGirl05MonkeysGirl05
    I'm sorry Jen. You did really well for a while. It's good that you will get that time back though. Be proud of what you were able to accomplish and look forward to the three hours that you can now allocate differently.  (((hugs)))
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  • 12106mrsmun12106mrsmun
    I am so sorry sweetie!  You did a phenomenal job w/BF'ing for 3 as long as you did.  Big [[[HUGS]]]
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  • ela81ela81
    I know it sucks to quit but you have done an awesome job!!!
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  • TheSkimmyTheSkimmy member
    I'm proud of you!!! I wouldn't have even tried to bf or pump for 3!!!!!!!!! Enjoy those 3 hours of not being connected to a pump!!!!
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  • roaringrockroaringrock

    "letting go" is very difficult. the very last time I pumped/BF I actually cried. my supply was never good. in fact it was horrible! I fought long and hard. it was a losing battle. but ginny is thriving beautifully and that is what really mattters. you're doing a great job!

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  • Mrs.GreenieMrs.Greenie

    Yikes you have been through a lot. Sorry about the BF'ing. I just have to say that I ADORE your siggy pic. Good Luck with everything.

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  • LilSurferGirlLilSurferGirl
    I'm so sorry - I know how hard it is to stop when you're not ready.  You've already given your boys such a good start, and you need to take care of you so you can take care of them and be a happy, healthy Mommy. Hugs.
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  • FaithRocksFaithRocks member
    I am so sorry. I know you are disappointed. But you did a great job breastfeeding and it just sounds like it's time to stop. You're a great mom, and great moms have to make tough decisions like this. ::::hugs:::::
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  • jenannajenanna
    I think you should be so proud of yourself for BF multiples, I know I probably would not have had the patience.  You are doing great!
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  • crystalgirlcrystalgirl
    All things considered, you've done phenomenally well...with everything.  Do whatever you need to do to take care of yourself and the kiddos -- no guilt! 
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  • Germanwife2bGermanwife2b member
    KUDOS to you for breastfeeding any amount of time to TRIPLETS!!!  That is amazingly hard work and most moms of triplets would never even think about doing that (I would imagine- no triplet mom I have come in contact with have tried it)  Good job mama and do what you have to do for you!!!
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