Feeding my kids has always been a touchy subject. I'll be the first person to play it off and tell you it doesn't bother me, but it obviously effects me. :)
I struggled in breastfeeding both Macey and Cooper. Because of the struggle I experienced, I was determined to not even try with Jemma. Trying with Macey and Cooper emotionally effected me, and I wasn't able to do it in the end. I decided it wasn't worth the emotional struggle.
A week after Jemma was born, I was so uncomfortable, I decided to try pumping. I pumped milk, and I was shocked (and a little excited).Three weeks later, and we are still going strong! Well, we are still going. We have only supplemented formula a few times, and it has been such a blessing to not have to purchase formula yet.
The past few weeks, we have been to the doctor a few times, had Jemma in the hospital, Emergency Room twice, and a heart specialist for Jemma. I have gotten a few EOB's from our insurance company, and I know the amount of money these visits are going to cost us. It will be overwhelming for a little while.
I know that breastfeeding isn't magically going to put enough money in our pocket to pay for everything. However, I do think it's a tender mercy to not have to worry about another expense. I feel like it's the Lord's way of reminding me that he is aware of us. Even if this only lasts for a month, I know that it is a blessing!
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