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[quote=Anonymous]The truth is that you can not "achieve" yourself to breastfeeding as so many people on this thread want you to believe. Trust me, this was my #1 priority as a new mom. I did everything recommended here and more. But my body just never made enough breastmilk to exclusively breastfeed. I drove myself into the ground trying to make happen something it turns out my body was never going to be able to do. So much pumping. Constant lactation consultant visits. Hiring a postpartum doula specifically to make me all of the foods that were supposed to help and reduce other stress so I could just do this. Supplements, diet, everything. I wish someone had told me this. I ended up combo feeding and it was wonderful. But I regret the lost time just focusing on my baby those early weeks. Set yourself up for success as much as you want, but understand that success is just doing as much as your body is able to do. You can not make this happen just by working extra hard.[/quote]
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