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By: Tamara @ Parenting By Nature

Tamara @ Parenting By Nature — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 19:27:35 +0000

I can honestly say that as a working mom it’s *because* of breastfeeding that I’m able to get as much done in my day. When my babies would get fussy or need to be cuddled I could always offer them milk (usually while in a sling) and they would nurse while I continued with what I needed to attend to. My girls were always content and I didn’t have to stop to get bottles or a meal ready, which would have taken way more time!

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By: Teresha@ Marlie and Me

Teresha@ Marlie and Me — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:28:15 +0000

Hi! I came over from MomDot. I really enjoyed reading this. I have been exclusively breastfeeding my 3-month-old on-demand and never thought twice about it since I’m a SAHM. today, I had a very busy day…lots of errands, an airport pick up, and a girls’ night out. I felt anxious about fitting in her feedings (she’s not a fan of the bottle), but it wasn’t as hard as I imagined. actually, it was quite easy. you’re so right about making it work if your committed to doing it!

By: Jen

Jen — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:46:22 +0000

B is 3 months old and I am off on mat leave until April so right now breastfeeding is easy for us. I also pump so that my husband can have some bonding time with him on the weekends. When I go back to work we are going to have to figure out what works for us. I am dedicated to making it work and ensuring that I can give him breastmilk for at least a year. I just need to figure out pumping vs nursing.

By: Rachel McFadden

Rachel McFadden — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:18:20 +0000

I have been lucky enough to have flexibility with my job so I could keep my milk supply up. Even if I couldn’t squeeze the 3rd pumping in during the day I would be sure to pump when I got home. Now we are to the point where I can just pump once when I get home, which is much easier!

By: The Simplistic Mom

The Simplistic Mom — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:04:27 +0000

I loved breastfeeding my son (who coincedentally was born on the same day as yours!) I will still try to put him on, but he usually isn’t interested anymore. I’m proud that I made it to 10 months with him, with a portion of that requiring pumping at work. The most difficult part for me was finding time to pump at work. As a busy high school teacher I only had 45 minutes a day (my off period) during which I could pump. I did my best and provided what I could. I ended up having supply issues because of it that made nursing very difficult. He weaned himself but find other ways to get the “mommy” time he needs.

By: Tracy Dixon

Tracy Dixon — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:19:21 +0000

I am absolutely dedicated to breastfeeding. I am on my fourth child now in three years and nursed both my oldest daughter and twins, and now my son. We tend to stop around the 2nd birthday, but my now 2-year-old twins seem to be quite attached and I don’t want to force the issue.

Although some aren’t aware of all of the positives, there are a huge number of benefits:
- Less illness for mother and baby, both short and long-term (think less obesity, less diabetes, less multiple sclerosis, and the list goes on)
- It’s easier, although it does always require mama in some form. Always the perfect temp and no containers if you are nursing directly.
- It’s FREE!
- Waste from a breastfed baby smells so much better. Truly it does, especially in a breastfed baby in cloth diapers.

I am 100% dedicated to giving my babies this invaluable resource, both for their health and for mine.

By: Melissa

Melissa — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:12:15 +0000

“Driving and breastfeeding”!!! LO L My mom said she would drive and breastfeed me!!! (That was a long time ago before they knew any better.)

I love breastfeeding my son. I love that sometimes breastfeeding is the only thing that will calm him. I love that I can give him what he needs and wants anytime and anywhere with out any help.

It was hard to start with but I’m proud that we made it through (with a lot of help and support from my husband!) There really wasn’t any other way for me.

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Breastfeeding for the Busy Mom | trimestermommy.com — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 04:16:22 +0000

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By: Jessica

Jessica — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 03:45:54 +0000

“Breastfeeding is faster than any other method of feeding for the busiest mom there is! I can lay my daughter in my lap and type with two hands while she eats LOL Did that with all 3 kids hee hee…you get talented with time. Babywearing and breastfeeding, walking and breastfeeding, driving and breastfeeding (just kidding)…”