*This is my submission for World Breastfeeding Week, hope you enjoy!*
..becoming accustomed to having your nipples twisted into various directions because their attention span is that of a goldfish.
...sometimes putting up with a cheeky smile as they nibble on you to see your reaction, then deftly roll away shrieking excitedly into the sunset.
...realising that you may no longer feel anymore let-downs or have your boobs swell up with milk but knowing that you are still producing exactly the right amount for your toddler.
...still aggravating to your husband who may not have touched your boobs since the baby was born but he damn well better keep his distance because the wear and tear from a toddler is sometimes worse.
...never needing a blankie, or cookie, or binky, or teddy bear to soothe them from an injury or hurt feelings because you already possess all you need.
...waking up to a baby already latched on while you were sleeping, nursing upside-down no less.
... satisfying when you’re out and too broke to buy them something at Tim-Hortons.
...having to fish out your toddler’s arm from your blouse in public as they thought to grab a drink RIGHT NOW.
...getting lots of contented boobie-hugs by a smiley baby with milk coming out the corner of their mouths.
...exhausting sometimes, especially when you’re trying to vacuum and your toddler is hanging by one tit.
...exhilarating when you meet up with other mothers of still breastfeed their toddlers and you high five each other on this awesome accomplishment.
...causing a ruckus when you’re out in public because people have forgotten what boobs are really for and are insulted than you aren’t simply flashing them for their amusement.
...being amazed by the many shapes your breasts have taken since beginning this nursing journey, as they seem to morph as you go along.
...simply the most efficient way to give your child the best nutrients you can provide without fear of additives, genetic manipulation, or hidden costs.
YAY FOR BOOBS!
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HA! You describe it so well. I agree - it's all this and more!
ReplyDeleteI can totally relate to all this. Glad to know I'm not the only one with "morphing" boobs!
ReplyDeleteAw, what a lovely post :) My Squishy is 10 months old so we're starting to get all of the fun of the acrobatics, drive by nursings etc. My favourite thing is making him laugh whilst he is feeding, I know I'm risking getting an accidental chomp but I just cannot resist seeing his cheeky little face and watching him try to laugh without unlatching :) Aww now I just want him to wake up so I can go nurse him!! :)
ReplyDeleteCame across your site randomly and this post rang home alarmingly similar, then I popped over to your about page and realized our babes are weeks apart in age.
ReplyDeleteI was trying to pick a favorite from your list, but couldn't. Though most recently, the never needing anything else to soothe has been my lifesaver.
Yay for boobs is right! Thank you for sharing this with us!
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8.5 months in.. and hoping I'll still be there at the 14 month mark too :) Reading this put a smile on my face!
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