One moment I really struggled with feeding was the pain and the difficulty in producing. As most breastfeeding moms know it can be painful for the first time. I remember having nipple cracks and cramps around my body. I would silently cry while holding in the pain because I never wanted to give up for my baby. What helped was the constant reminder of the benefits of breastfeeding was for my baby and having my sister and momma who helped me get through it. Forever thankful to have my sister who had a baby before me to give me tips and guidance making it easier for me. And thankful for my mom who gave me advice on what to do to produce more. Moral support and consistency will forever be a lifesaver!
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Welcome to the community we are glad you are here, Moral support is so important! I’m glad you have a great village to support you it means everything
I’m so glad your sister was able to help you through those tough moments
I couldn’t agree more the moral support really helped me!!
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Welcome to the community! Thank you for sharing your story. That moral support and consistency really is everything. So glad you made it through the hard parts! Hugs
oh first off welcome !!! Second yes and no one ever warned me about how I could cramp everytime I breastfed it freaked me out so much!!!
Welcome to the community!
Yes the first time was absolutely horrible starting off. I kept thinking it wasn’t normal, I would cry every time it was time to pump. It’s definitely all about powering through those first few weeks!
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This is beautiful momma!!
it’s not easy but You’re doing it 
support can make all the difference! 
welcome!!
Yes I will always remember my sisters and mom showing up for me in the hospital and keeping the focus on me and my recovery
Welcome mamma!!
Reminding myself of the benefits helped me too!
Welcome to the community mama! We are glad to have you here! Breastfeeding can be so hard and painful. I’m glad you had your sister help you! It definitely helps having the support!