Breastfeeding yes or no! I work full time and this is baby #3, I think I can't do it this time...am I a bad mom?

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Breastfeeding/working mom

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And never let anyone else pressure you! Do what works for you, whether you do or don't, you are a caring and wonderful mother!! I work full time, and I will try but I won't feel guilty if I decide to formula feed :-)

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Most women are unable to continue more than a couple months after going back to work.. I personally consider that a challenge, and will be trying my hardest to keep up with pumping/bfing. ;) My goal is 6 months, but I'm gonna try for a year if I'm able to! But no, it doesn't make you a bad mom if you decide not to, especially considering how difficult it will be to pump enough throughout the day to even keep your supply up.

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You're not a bad mom if you decide not to BF, but know that it can be done. Also, if you have time off of work, consider nursing for at least that and then maybe formula during the day/nursing AM and PM- it doesn't have to be one or the other.

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You do what is best for you ..Breast milk is so much better for the baby and formula is so expensive but it's a decision that only you can make for your situation.

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It definitely doesn't make you a bad mom and don't let anyone make you feel guilty, no matter what you do!

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A friend of mine her milk never came in and she had to return to work relatively early so she found a milk donor

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My friend is a pediatrician. She adopted a baby, then later had a biological baby. First one formula only,  second one breastfed then formula. She said both are healthy and no difference really so you should not feel guilty either way! She said if it is feasible to breastfeed, great, but if not don't worry.

Breastfeeding yes or no! I work full time and this is baby #3, I think I can't do it this time...am I a bad mom?

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