Today was a sad day for me--it was the first day since Emily was born that she didn't start the day with breastmilk, and it marked the end of my pumping days. After I got sick a few weeks ago, it seemed like my milk supply never fully recovered, and I gradually got to the point where I was only pumping twice a day, and then only once in a 24 hour period. Last night, I made the decision to put the pump away for good.
I cried as I fed Emily a bottle of formula this morning, but she didn't seem to mind at all! I know I've given her a great start, and while I wish things had turned out differently, I think we're both better off if I try to believe I did the best I possibly could with breastfeeding. We certainly had our fair share of obstacles, but I would go back and do it all again if I could.
Don't beat yourself up! You did better than most moms (including the ones that stay at home). Emily will continue to do GREAT!!!
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