Breastfeeding is Bliss

I had my first baby when I was 16 and knew I wanted to nurse my sweet baby.

I knew no one who nursed their baby. I do not even remember seeing a picture of anyone breastfeeding.

I read about it in a book and they talked about it in birthing class. That was my limited knowledge of the whole thing.

I had no idea it could become a controversial thing. I had no idea what I was getting myself into.

I just decided to go with it and see what I could do.

It was the most amazing thing.

It was just so natural.

I was in awe that my body could grow a tiny human being and then nourish him fully.

It was more than nourishment though.

Nursing my babies brought them comfort when they were upset, calmed them when they were overwhelmed, brought smiles and joy to tiny faces.

I loved our bonding times over nursing my sweet babies.

I am very blessed that I was able to nurse all 4 of my children.

There is nothing better in the world that seeing your newborn baby smile with content and joy as they satisfy their tummy.

Each of my children nursed for different amounts of time. Each came with their own set of difficulties. I am still nursing my 28-month-old son even though I swore 24 months was my maximum nursing limit!

Funny how babies change their mamas.