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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I am expecting a child ( gender unknown) on November 8. I have decided I don't want to breastfeed for a multitude of reasons. The main reason is I have a hormone disorder that has resulted in super tender breasts and nipples that feel as if they are bruised. It has become much worse since being pregnant, and I know it will be even worse if I breastfeed. I know it may seem selfish, but I feel its the best choice for myself and my child. My husband doesn't agree, and feels that I should at least give it a chance. He argues it's the healthiest - it is, but formula is just as good. He comes from a family with women who are big advocates for breastfeeding, and all have felt the need to give their unsolicited advice.

I'm starting to feel what should be a private and personal choice isn't. I feel I'm being made to feel guilty or bad about my decision. It's really hurtful that my own husband doesn't support me. His family is giving me breastfeeding supplies, even though I've asked them to stop. I'm very hurt and I don't know what to do. 
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I am sitting here with a cup of coffee, sitting across from my beautiful, smart, hysterically funny formula feed 3 year old.  I am tearing up and not even going to bother reading the rest of the comments.  I really hope mine will help you to see the best way forward.

Breastfeeding for the first 6 months is recommended...yeah, if it is a wonderful experience for everyone.  With your situation it will simply not be a wonderful experience.  But you know what will be?  Holding your beautiful baby, holding him or her close to you and starring into their eyes as you feed.  As far as your DH goes, you need to do what is best for your health and he needs to understand that.  You IL's need to knock it off.  Here is what I did with unwanted stuff.  Large black tote in the closet with a lid.  Crap goes in the tote and tote went to a family shelter.

Congratulations on your upcoming baby!  Hang in there momma![/quote]

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