I knew since the start of this series that I could not go through twelve months of posts on the subject of Feeding Our Families without writing something about breastfeeding. However, as much as I feel it is important for me to touch on this, I realized while trying to write this post that I have in fact very little to say about it. I feel that words could never fully describe all that is involved with it.
Breastfeeding is a personal experience for every mother and baby. For some it can go smoothly and for others it can be more challenging. My own experience has been and still is a positive one. I find it healing, soothing, comforting, calming and peaceful. Even through mastitis and bite wounds, nothing could bring me more joy than to have my baby snuggle into my arms for some closeness, warmth and nourishment.
I am still regularly nursing Sacha, now a year and a half old, and though it continues to be part of our rhythm and how I feed him, I am painfully conscious of how fleeting this time is. I savour these special moments that allow me to pause throughout the day and connect both physically and emotionally with my babe. No matter how busy or chaotic things can get, I know that nursing cannot be rushed.
I thank my dear friend Debby-Ann for gifting me with the above photo (taken last fall).
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I thank my dear friend Debby-Ann for gifting me with the above photo (taken last fall).
Please share your thoughts by leaving a comment.
You will find other Feeding Our Families posts on these wonderful blogs:
Melanie from Our Ash Grove
Jules from A Little Crafty Nest
Melody from Bespoke
Tonya from Joyful Living
Taisa from Small Wonders
Heather from Shivaya Naturals
Renee from Heirloom Seasons
