The lactation consultant (did you know that was a thing? someone’s actually job is teaching you to lactate correctly) from my hospital just canceled the breastfeeding preparedness class I was supposed to attend tonight due to weather. I’ve heard so many breastfeeding horror stories, including one woman who said her nipple almost FELL OFF, that I figure any advice I can get ahead of time will help. Plus the hospital loves handing out free stuff when you take classes and I am all about that.
Class is rescheduled for next week. I’ve heard having a partner who supports you is a major factor in successful breastfeeding, and I know in theory E is VERY supportive. We’ll see how supportive he actually is when it comes to talking about nipples and colostrum and mastitis and let-down and nursing techniques for two hours. I’m not sure even my own mother is THAT excited about this baby.
Bonjour! No I'm not French, it just sounded fancy. Sorry for the confusion. I'm Suzanne and the star of the show is Little Evan, who is now sharing top billing with Caroline, born December 19, 2010. I love hearing from you so if you have questions, stories or ideas to share, email me at bebehblog at gmail dot com.
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I want to see some proof about this whole nipple falling off thing. Until I get proof, I chose not to believe you.
“Lactation consultant” and “breastfeeding preparedness class” are two terms that I don’t think I ever thought I would hear. Ever. You learn something new every day.
I think my mother used to BE a lactation consultant. She also taught lamaze out of our house. She even wrote a masters’ thesis on those wrist bracelets that use acupressure to treat nausea. I’m slightly afraid of the information I will be bombarded with the moment a fetus takes up residence inside of me.