Hiya all.
I just wanted to say a big thank you to zogar for your message! It was really nice to hear from someone else who has been in the same situation as me! Like you, my doctor was really nice about it, and he basically said the same as you, that as long as she is happy, then it can do no harm, and just to try her on normal milk once she is a bit older. It made me feel so much happier about what I was doing, and stopped me from worrying about what I was giving her! These health visitors just put doubt and confusion into your mind. It would have just been nice if she had supported me in what I chose to do with my daughter! I shall make sure I tell her next time I see her that my doctor said it was fine!! She is happier and is thriving, so I am happy!
Paula, I know how you feel about the breastfeeding! You feel like it should be you feeding them all the time, and giving them the best possible start in life. I felt awful when I decided to stop breastfeeding, I really wanted to keep it up. Even the other day, she started nestling into my breasts and I really wanted that feeling again! I was surprised that she went to them as I haven't breastfed for about 6 weeks now. It made me feel like giving it to her just for comfort, bless her! We all go through the same, you're not alone. But you will find it will get easier, especially when you realise you can have a bit more "you time" when someone else is feeding her!
Elise is sleeping well through the night still, but is starting to stir in the early hours, around 3/4 o clock!! Not sure why. And she hardly sleeps through the day at all, just little cat naps!! Is anyone else's baby like this?? I find it hard some days, because she wants me with her all of the time, and I don't get much done that I need to!! Tea time is the hardest time, trying to cook while she cries, bless her. And trying to spend some quality time with my other daughter. Any suggestions??
Love to all, Claire. xx
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