I hate how much moms get shamed for formula feeding!! I wanted to breastfeed but at first my supply was super low so I did the things to make it go up and it did a little bit but my little guy eats SO much (he’s only 1.5 months and some days he drinks 40 ounces) and I couldn’t keep up so we bought formula. Trying to pump constantly was not helping the newborn phase exhaustion. I started feeling guilty and lazy and like a bad mom..Eventually I just stopped pumping and started only giving him formula. He’s getting all the milk he desires so that makes me happy.

My mental health is better now that I’m not breastfeeding. I can sleep longer. I don’t feel this urgency to constantly be pumping and running my nipples raw. Although I still do feel a little guilt, I can’t take care of my baby unless I take care of myself first!

I know the saying is fed is best but I honestly do believe (and studies show) breast is best because of the transfer of antibodies but sometimes it just doesn’t work out for some moms!! And it’s okay!! My baby is getting fed, is gaining weight and will make his antibodies after getting vaccinated. We’re also not leaving the house much because of covid so that helps!

Anyone else in the same boat?!