It is time, the big W has befallen my little girl and I. That's right, the weaning begins. I have made the decision, and though I have met much criticism from my mother, I will prevail. Violet is one years old now, and eats like “Shrek”. I think that every thing will be fine....
Now, I came to finalizing my decision with much trepidation. There are so many pros and cons from this situation. As I am clicking away at this blog, I am hoping and praying that some of you will leave me some advice, and support as I move forward on this mission of being a good mother.
I get somber at the thought of breaking that physical and emotional bond that I have had with my little booger for the past twelve months. That knowing that my life force nourishes her life and well being will be gone for ever. After much research I realize that I can nourish her in other ways. like teaching her all the skills that can help her live successfully. I can read to her and still sit with her as she is enjoying one of her meals. I know I still need my mother at times, and that violet will always need me. Even though I refuse the boob, she will still love me.
I never thought I would be on the Internet spilling the beans about my Mellon's ;0) But “engorgement” has been both my friend and enemy. Oh the pain of searing boob milk exploding through my mamories, waking me in the middle of the night. Not nice at all. I will not lie, however, I have taken advantage of the no need to wear a push up bra. In fact i have asked violet to cry on one or more occasion to get a temporary boob lift. But boobs after babies will have to be on another blog.
Recently heard a engorgement pain problem solver. I guess I`m supposed to put cabbage leaves on my nipples. I don't know how or why it works, but I'm not planning on making Cole slaw out of these pineapples. Do you have any ideas?
What makes this worse is that Violet continues to teeth. He screams of pain are only comforted by chee chee. I hope it passes soon.
Well, that's it for know. Wish me luck folks, it is going to be a long week. I will keep you all updated as much as possible. And again please feel free to leave some advice.
sweet dreams
I love you mama! Just know that even if your mom is protesting you takin her off the boobie, its going to be great to have your melons back. lol. Im just so proud of you. I had more than enough trouble with my little Cain trying to take the boob and after feeling like I was the worst mother ever I did realize much like you that there are other ways for me to nourish his little body and brain. Ive heard about the cabbage thing too. I didnt have much use for the cabbage. I really didnt produce anything at all. But at the wic office they told me that there is some sort of enzyme that helps to dry you out. I found it a lil weird but it worked for the little bit of milk that I did have. I love ya mama. See you and the lil gal soon. <3 Its posted as anonymous but you know who it is lol
ReplyDeleteThanks ducky. i hate that term "dry up" makes me think of raisins lol and we all know I don't have raisins HA! though now I'm thinking of deflated balloons. OH NOOOOOOO
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