thread: We made it to 6 months!

  1. #1
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    Sep 2008
    Melbourne
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    Smile We made it to 6 months!

    I can't believe that we have been breastfeeding for 6 months today! It feels like only yesterday that I was in tears because I couldnt get DD to attach, she would be screaming at me, I was engorged and leaking everywhere............and now its all so easy!

    So after a rocky start including a tongue tie and silent reflux, I am so proud of myself and DD for making it this far At 5 weeks, I was ready to give up, but thanks to my support networks (friends, family and BB) I was able to get the help I needed. At each step of the way I set myself a goal, first it was 8 weeks, then 12 weeks, and now here we are at 6 months....woohoo!!!!

    Bring on 12 months

  2. #2

    Oct 2008
    2,880

    That's fantastic Manhattan!! It feels so good to reach these milestones - especially after such a rocky start!!

    Sue xx

  3. #3
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    Oct 2008
    Victoria
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    Wow! Well done, that's a real achievement!

  4. #4
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    Jan 2008
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    Woohoo

  5. #5
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    Dec 2006
    Out of my mind. Back in five minutes...
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    Awesome work hun!!! Congrats!!! And happy 6 months to your DD! xo

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    Oct 2006
    Sydney
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    Congratulations!

  7. #7
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    Sep 2008
    Melbourne
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    Thanks girls, have been so happy today and haven't stopped smiling

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    BellyBelly Member

    Oct 2008
    Over The Rainbow
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    Good on you babe you have so much to be proud of xx

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    Sep 2008
    Bunbury, Western Australia
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    I was only thinking that myself the other day, while I was remembering how sore my nipples got before they toughened up, the huge boobs, dreading the next feed...
    Now it's just a matter of whacking him on and away we go!

    congrats hunnY!!

  10. #10
    BellyBelly Life Subscriber

    Jan 2006
    11,633

    Well done. Here's to the next 6 months and beyond!

  11. #11
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    Oct 2006
    Perth
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    We made it to 6 months!

    Yay!! Congratulations!!

  12. #12
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    Sep 2008
    Melbourne
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    Thanks Ladies, your continued support is much appreciated

    Just got back from DDs 6 month checkup, and our little chubby boobie monster weighs in at 7.74kgs

    x

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    Sep 2008
    South West Sydney, NSW
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    Manhattan - you know I think you're a star... I am so glad that you have overcome all those issues. I am sorry I wasn't able to better support you in those first few months as you were such a great friend to me during my bumpy times. I am however, thankful that you had support and have continued to BF.

    Congrats to you and Miss L on a wonderful 6 months

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    Jul 2005
    Sydney
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    Well done, Manhattan!!! You and your DD have done a fabulous job with bfing and no doubt overcoming all those hurdles means you'll be a great source of support and advice for many other mothers. You should go out and treat yourself to something special for getting this far (think of all that money you've saved on formula).

    Looking forward to reading your next bfing woohoo in six months time.

  15. #15
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    Sep 2008
    Melbourne
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    Awww TK, your post got me blubbering like a baby! Luv ya hun x

    Jennifer - Thank you so much Couldnt have done it without your support. Bet you're glad to see a Woohoo post instead of another question from me

    x

  16. #16
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    Jul 2007
    melb
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    Fantastic news!!!!!!! What an achievment!!!!