I didnt think anyone was promoting FF over BF. To me, it was sharing of experiences that made me feel better about myself and knowing I wasnt alone. And for my own sanity.
I know that BF is a wonderful experience that cannot be replicated by FF, that's what everyone says and that's what I've been trying so so hard to achieve.
God knows how much pain I've borne with such painful nipples. I dunno, to me the statement sounds like I havent borne the pain and switched to FF. I've switched to FF for now as a last resort. It wasnt my intention and I;m hoping to try BF again in a week. But at the moment, even the mildest expressing via the electric pump is so painful. I've rented the one that the hospital used, Ameda.
I'm sorry but that statement has upset me. Now, I'm back to feeling like I didnt try hard enough, and I feel guilty for switching to FF. I feel now like I cant do anything right, BF or FF......
p.s. i have seen a few Lactation Consultants at the hospital, spoken to my GP and the Early Childhood Centre. I've tried everything I know. Yesterday, I was finally told by the LC, for the same of my mental health and my baby's happiness to switch to formula.My GP told me the same thing on Thurs.
My milk never increased, I get 20-40ml only expressing both sides for 20mins.
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