Breastfeeding Opinion Reviews

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To breastfeed or not... this is the question faced by new moms. In a down to earth manner, Viewpoints moms offer their breastfeeding experiences both positive and negative. Since the “The key to successful breastfeeding is education, learn from Viewpoints moms about the pros & cons, the ups & downs and some tips and tricks from those who have been in the trenches. Resident mom Shadram tells her story and states “nursing is such a wonderful experience for mommy and baby.“ Meet those who emphatically say “no regrets” as well as moms who state “it never worked well for me” to help you through your decision to breastfeed your new baby.

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No regrets!

APR

2008

When I got pregnant, I knew that I wanted to try and nurse my baby because of the health benefits. I worked in a maternity store for several years and had heard the ups and downs from many new moms. While pregnant, I read as much material I could so that I could be prepared. Luckily my daughter… read full review »

not rich, practical

shadaram
Bethany, OK

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Breastfeeding pros and cons

NOV

2007

The pros of breasfeeding are far beyond the ones listed above — — Pros for the baby: — * lesser chanceds of adult diabetes — * Its the most nutrisious food fo ryour baby — * boosts the baby's immunity, fewer colds and cough — * Baby puts on healthy weight… read full review »

pro-breastfeeding

sabihasyed
Ronkonkoma, NY

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The good, the bad, the funny about breastfeeding

a nurse, sleep deprived, budget-conscious

JUL

2008

I have breastfed all three of my children and I'm glad I did! — Here are the positives for me in no particular order: — --provides precious bonding time — --allows me to sit down for a few minutes — --provides nutrients and immunity that formula cannot — --I can't possibly forget and leave my breasts at home — --it helped me to lose weight (and I gained nearly 50 pounds each time!) — --I drink more water like I'm supposed to — --cheaper than formula — --lowers my risk of breast and ovarian cancer — --lowers my risk of osteoporosis… read full review »

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Katrena
Mocksville, NC

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Best option, but not always possible

pro-breastfeeding, Mom of a gorgeous boy

MAR

2008

As a first-time mom, I had never doubted that I would breastfeed my children. My mom breastfed me during a time when formula was all the rage. I knew all of the benefits - bonding between mother and baby, easier for baby to digest, et cetera. — — Unfortunately, things don't always work out as planned. My milk didn't come in for nearly a week after my son was born, and even then I was never able to produce enough for him to not still be hungry afterward. I tried everything to increase production - nursing longer, nursing more often, pumping after feedings to make sure they… read full review »

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GMRsMom
Oakland Gardens, NY

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God gave women breast to feed their babies!

mom of 2, budget conscious, pro-breastfeeding, married, Experienced Parent, a woman, parent of toddlers, A fun Mom!

MAR

2008

My first wouldn't take to breast feeding and I had inverted nipples. I had NO support and it was very hard to do, especially being a first time mom and not knowing what to do. I made it through 6 weeks before he literally ripped off one of my nipples. I switched him to formula and he is still alive and doing great. I was DETERMINED to bf my second child and he is now 14 months old and still nursing. When I was pregnant I would rub the purple Lansinoh Cream on my nipples after each shower and then more often as I got closer to term. I had NO problem at all… read full review »

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mykatybug2002
Clinton, IN

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who said you can't get sleep and breastfeed

mom of 3, Experienced Parent

FEB

2008

This is my first time breastfeeding but my third child. My first two kept ear infections and respitory infections. (they were NOT breastfed) My newest child has no problems and is a very happy baby. If you want to breastfeed but don't know if you can, here's how it finally worked for me. First thing is to buy the boppy pillow that has the back support and snaps to you. That is a lifesaver. It makes it so much easier and you have a free had to do other things. It also helps your back. Second I also pump extra for bottles. The nurses told me this wasn't a good idea because the child would have… read full review »

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carmel37934
Knoxville, TN

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Better than the gym...the best choice for active mamas

pro breast feeder, Baby toting globe trotter, a single mama

APR

2008

I won't go into the already fabulous reasons to breastfeed ( bonding,baby's nutrition, etc. ) that have been mentioned in previous reviews. I'll try to add some that haven't already been mentioned.. like..... it makes you SKINNY. I AM THINNER NOW THAN BEFORE I GOT PREGNANT. No gym..just exclusively breastfeeding for the first nine months!!!! — If you are a busy mom (and who isn't?)...who has time to prepare bottles and wash them all and how long can you prepare them in advance, anyway?...why stress???? Breastfeeding is food on the fly. Wether you are going out on an… read full review »

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NiaKarina
Portland, OR

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Breast is Best for Baby!

a kid at heart, happy to play with my kids, a person who likes a bargain, a Target devotee, need to keep walking

SEP

2007

I breastfed all three of my kids. Two of them, longer than I'd like to admit. It is such a special bond between mom and baby. There's nothing like it. There is absolutely NOTHING sexual about it. I think this is why some moms don't try it. Some are afraid that it will hurt too much. If the bottle was NEVER invented, we would have to breastfeed! If you had your baby while vacationing on a deserted island, you would have to breastfeed! Our society has made it too easy to opt not to. Our society also frowns upon public breastfeeding or… read full review »

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cjrmommy
Philadelphia, PA

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Mother's milk is just what baby needs and deserves

Experienced Parent, looking for durability, mom, mom of 2, a kid at heart, a person who likes a bargain, happy to play with my kids, willing to pay for quality

NOV

2007

It's clear that mother's milk is best for babies AND for the breastfeeding family. It's also clear that feeding artifical milk is inferior. — La Leche League really helped me learn the art of breastfeeding. Occasionally we hear of women who had some trouble getting off to a successful start. We don't as often hear from the women whose babies latched right on and had no troubles. They are the majority, but people seem to more often share the hard times. That's just human nature. — While breastfeeding is completely natural, that doesn't always mean it comes naturally to every… read full review »

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SueSB
Reed City, MI

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Made for babies!

Experienced Parent

MAR

2008

BREAST MILK is the only food made for human babies! All the others are poor imitations which don't provide immunity to diseases and the exact nutrition babies need. Formulas can cause allergies, stomach upsets, smelly diapers, and developmental deficiencies. Not to mention the high costs! Breast milk is always the right temperature with no bottle warming needed. It is so much more convenient - at least when mom and baby are together. Pumping and storing for other times is not so great, but the great benefit for baby outweighs anything else. I… read full review »

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bettymcg
Burnsville, NC

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It never worked well for me.

Mom of 4

NOV

2007

I'm the mother of 4. I tried breastfeeding all 4 of my babies, It just never worked very well for me. I'm not sure why? Maybe I have wierd nipples. They don't seem wierd. Sometimes a baby's tongue is short. My son's tongue had to be clipped. Maybe this also had something to do with it. Bottles worked very well for me. I was still able to bond well with my babies. I never believed in the propping the bottle method. I always held my babies close to me and watched them eat. I feel it was as rewarding looking… read full review »

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sallyo59
Tehachapi, CA

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HUMAN MILK for HUMAN BABIES!!!

A fan of unique things, mom of 2, a diaper changing mama!, A toy lover, need to keep walking, an art lover, not rich, picky

NOV

2007

I have never really had ANY problems nursing BOTH of my kids. My daughter with a little exception, she was my first born, and a little difficult delivery, and we were separtaed for a few hours for tests, and while separtated, they gave her a BOTTLE!!!!! At day 5, she was nursing, REFUSED the bottle, and it was a breeze!!!! LOL, my son, I was soooo used to it by then (They are only 2 years a part, with her nursed until I found out of my second pregnancy) I could cook supper while nursing my newborn, lol, it was SOOO easy and not to mention just NATURAL!!!! LOL- my kids didn't come from… read full review »

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bowsplus
Wickliffe, KY

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the best thing ive ever done

a woman

MAR

2008

i breastfead my son for 3 months (my body just stoped supplying milk) for those 3 months it was the best thing i have ever expirienced the connetion between my son and i, for me their was no pain or complications, i could go out and it was not hard to find someplace to feel my son, it is way cheaper, natural and i understand that some people can not breast feed but if you can wether your for it against it or indesisive just try it, for me it was definatly the best thing… read full review »

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smitty2007
Mechanicsville, MD

Breast Pumps R Us!

informed, not rich, a woman

JAN

2008

I've had 2 babies, and I planned to breastfeed both of them. Needless to say, the best laid plans...blah blah blah. I used to dream about sitting in a rocking chair, breastfeeding my baby, so imagine my bitter surprise when my first baby would NOT nurse. She would arch her back and try to get away from me! Okay, my breasts were rather zepplin-like, and yeah, they were bigger than her head, but come on! They weren't THAT scary. And they had food! What baby doesn't want food? Well...mine. LOL I was so disappointed that she wouldn't nurse, but I did the second best thing...I pumped. For 10… read full review »

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prozacwoman
Charlotte, TN

The key to successful breastfeeding is education.

married, mom of 2, pro-breastfeeding, Experienced Parent, A fun Mom!, parent of toddlers, budget conscious, a woman

MAR

2008

Although breastfeeding may not work out for every mom for multiple reasons, I think it should be given a chance. Not only for the sake of saying you tried it, but because it honestly is what is best for baby. Babies were meant to get breast-milk. There are certain physiological reasons that our breasts make milk, because babies need to seal off their immune system. So weather you are a working mom, a busy mom or any other type of mom. You cannot disagree that Breastfeeding is what breasts were made for and there is nothing gross or inappropriate about… read full review »

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Dwynegen
Holt, MI

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