I can sum up the entire 3-hour class in one word: WOW! 88|
I really want to breastfeed, and I knew it would be a lot of work. But after actually learning about it, and realizing just how often a newborn needs to eat—and how long each feeding takes? Wow, just wow.
I think I am actually feeling MORE overwhelmed now, rather than less overwhelmed as I’d hoped. I think Tom was really surprised, too, at just how much work and energy would be involved (which is a good thing!).
The one thing I wasn’t expecting? If breastfeeding is going well, you should do it for at least 3-4 weeks before introducing a bottle or a pacifier. That sort of ruins my plans for having mom or Aunt Marge help with the middle of the night feedings. :no:
I am sure it will all be second nature in a few days—and be worth it overall (once the exhaustion is over)—but in the meantime it’s going to be hard work.
But we could get up, change him, and bring him to you!
Those 3-4 weeks will go by quickly, don’t worry.
I know!! I was just thinking I’d be a slacker mom and be able to sleep through the night…or at least for a few hours. 🙂 I am sure the time will fly by, it’s just a little disconcerting to think about right now.