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Hi everyone, I'm new
Hi everyone
I'm Gem, mother to Ben, 3 (nearly) and Daisy, 3 weeks.
My son wasn't breastfed, I tried but he was always crying to be fed and I reluctantly gave up after 5 days.
This time, I tried not to put too much pressure on myself but so far (touch wood) things seem to be going ok.
I'm really proud to be breast feeding, although having visitors and going out is a pain. I think I need to care less about what people think.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to getting to know everyone,
Gem xxxx
gem1981- Number of posts : 1459
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Welcome to the forum Gem!
I too was unsuccessful at BF the last 2 times, but with the support of the girls on here, I have reached 12 weeks!!!
I dont give a hoot what others think - my boobies make appearances everywhere - people can think what they like!!!
I too was unsuccessful at BF the last 2 times, but with the support of the girls on here, I have reached 12 weeks!!!
I dont give a hoot what others think - my boobies make appearances everywhere - people can think what they like!!!
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Thanks for the welcome Kay,
Did you get embarrassed the first time you fed in public? And how do you manage with having visitors? I'm ok with my girl friends or female family members, but when my dad came round I did cringe!!
Gem xxx
Did you get embarrassed the first time you fed in public? And how do you manage with having visitors? I'm ok with my girl friends or female family members, but when my dad came round I did cringe!!
Gem xxx
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Hi there gem, my daughter is 3 weeks old too, i get my boobs out everywhere if little mollie needs feeding, she's whats important, if people don't like it they shouldn't look in my opinion.End of the day we doing something that is perfectlt natural and best for our babes. Anyway welcome to the forum look forward to chatting with you.
Sarah x x x
Sarah x x x
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I was embarrassed at 1st - but it took a trip to a restaurant with my hubbies aunt and uncle to change my mind.
The aunt tried covering me with 3 blankets whilst feeding him, the poor mite couldnt breathe bless him, and it drew more attention to me than if i had discreetly lifted my top and fed him - that way no-one even knows what you are doing!
Anyway, i chucked the blankets off, much to her embarrassment, and i have never looked back!!!
The aunt tried covering me with 3 blankets whilst feeding him, the poor mite couldnt breathe bless him, and it drew more attention to me than if i had discreetly lifted my top and fed him - that way no-one even knows what you are doing!
Anyway, i chucked the blankets off, much to her embarrassment, and i have never looked back!!!
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and :wlp: we are a friendly bunch.
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Hiya and welcome! :aww:
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Welcome to Breastbuddies. I'm glad you've joined us!
Kasia80- Number of posts : 4575
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Tell us about yourself : \"If breastfeeding in public makes people uneasy because the breasts are considered sexual, then bottle-feeding must be the equivalent of whipping out a dildo\"
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welcome to breastbuddies, look forwards to chatting with you! its always a bit wierd feeding in front of people at first but it does get easier! well done for keeping going :aww: :aww:
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Hi Gem! Welcome to the forum you'll really love it on here - everyone is so helpful and has great advice! Its helped me so much!
With the feeding in public - i think everyone cant help but be a bit nervous at first but you soon get comfortbale with it, well i did anyway lol. The first time i fed Bethany in public was on a crowded train platform (i did have my sling on though lol).
I no what you mean about the dad thing though - i dont even like watching people even kissing on tv in front of him (i'm 27 for gods sake whats wrong with me?! lol) but i soon got over it. Although if he no's i'm feeding he wont talk to me directly he'll look at the wall or something haha! :pml:
With the feeding in public - i think everyone cant help but be a bit nervous at first but you soon get comfortbale with it, well i did anyway lol. The first time i fed Bethany in public was on a crowded train platform (i did have my sling on though lol).
I no what you mean about the dad thing though - i dont even like watching people even kissing on tv in front of him (i'm 27 for gods sake whats wrong with me?! lol) but i soon got over it. Although if he no's i'm feeding he wont talk to me directly he'll look at the wall or something haha! :pml:
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kay wrote: The aunt tried covering me with 3 blankets whilst feeding him, the poor mite couldnt breathe bless him, and it drew more attention to me than if i had discreetly lifted my top and fed him - that way no-one even knows what you are doing!
Anyway, i chucked the blankets off, much to her embarrassment, and i have never looked back!!!
I no that feeling kay! When i'm feeding and mums there she tries to do that with the blankets! I just give here a funny look and throw the blankets off the baby! lol
Helen- Number of posts : 1782
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hi welcome hun! xx
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Hi! I am new, too, but I am absolutely enjoying getting to know people here. About the feeding in public...it does get easier and you will get "smoother" with your moves so that most people don't even notice that's what you are doing. I pretty much forego the blankets any more, too. It's too darn hot with 90% humidity and temperatures in the 90's F. (What is that? 30 something degrees C?) Anyway it is hot and sweaty!
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