This is a very controversial topic but I will be a first time mom in January and I’m on the fence about breastfeeding. I know it’s the best thing for the child but I’m just not sure if it’s what I want to do. I’ve heard so many stories from breastfeeding moms how it was one of the hardest things they had to do and it comes with a lot of pain and it’s mentally challenging. And as someone who struggles with depression, I just don’t want PPD/PPA to hit me like a truck so I can be the best I can for my child. Have any of you chosen the formula route? If so how do you just go straight to formula? Like does it cause pain to your breasts when you’re not pumping or feeding at all?