So I've been considering weaning Harrison for a little bit now and I've had some very contreversial conversations with people who think they know what's best for me and my family. I've always said if my baby says their first word or draws first blood I'm done. I don't like to flick them in the mouth or yell at my little bitty baby who doesn't know any better. So to eradicate the problem I just slowly wean them to formula. I was considering and discussed it with Nate and he said it was whatever I thought and he didn't care. That's what I love about him, total support; basically doing it my way!!! So Nate proceeds to tell someone that will remain anonymous and they decide to weigh in and give their input. Asking Nate why, is she ok? He told her I was fine but that I felt it was time. Then telling him that it's better for the baby to feed them until their 1, like I didn't know that, and it was cheaper, again had no idea. So to all of you who care or even read this blog, which I doubt there are any, I don't care what you think. This is my decision and basically I have come on-line to voice my frustration and so I'm not yelling at you I'm just absolutely sick of the people who feel like they have a say and I"m going to listen. Wow I didn't know I felt so violently. I hope you'll forgive this post but it's just what I've been feeling lately!!
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Want my input? I'm very opinionated you know.
ReplyDeleteYou are the mama. You win.
It doesn't matter how I do it, how the neighbor does it, how your mama did it... you are the mama and you know what is best for your family so you are right. And good for you for standing by what you feel is best. That is your job as a mother and you are doing it perfectly. You are a good mama.
Beth...I think breastfeeding is very demanding on a mom, especially when you have other kids. (Especially a crazy one like Libby!!) I think its incredible that you chose to do it for the time that you have. Babies are just fine when they are fed formula. I only feed Oakley in the morning and at night and then she has formula all day. It works for us...you have to do what works for you. Its not worth being miserable. Harrison will only be little for so long and I think it's more important that you cherish each moment and love being his mommy. It is not cherishable (is that a word??) when the little sweetheart bites you!! I say do what makes you happy. It's not a decision for anyone but YOU!! Hang in there...love ya lots!!
ReplyDeleteBeth I think you should have name Harrison Dawnald. Love ya
ReplyDeleteTotally agree with you Bethany!! It's your decision & there are plenty of perfectly fine kids that drank nothing but formula. The decision is your's & I'm sure he'll be fine either way!!
ReplyDeleteI'm a bit slow on catching up on your blog posts. As a new parent I hear you. Breastfeeding is tough as it is, and Will isn't even near getting teeth yet. I agree with the previous comments, you do what you feel is best. You have to put yourself in the picture too, coz if you're not happy, your kids are def gonna feel it. They will be happier if mum is happier - I'm sure of that! Your hubby sounds like a legend. Glad you have a supportive and loving man in your life - you deserve it! I think of you often Beth. Love ya heaps
ReplyDeleteMel xxx