Wednesday 16 July 2014

"Oh my God, she's got her boob out in the park!"

Feeding your child is a personal choice; I choose to breast feed. With my first child, we had many issues with feeding; latch issues, jaundice and illness, I ended up expressing my milk and bottle feeding for 14 months. Crazy to some; but this shows my dedication and reflects the way in which I value breast milk.

This time round, we weren't sure if baby would be able to latch due to his cleft lip. However, he surprised us all and he has been nursing like a champ! I'm so proud of him and will happily feed him; whenever, wherever!

Today, we've visited a local park and farm and I've encountered my first negative comment regarding feeding. Two women clearly shocked that, "some people still do THAT!" and stating, "Oh my God, she's got her boob out in the park!" These comments were not appreciated. I try not to judge people for bottle feeding formula, that's their choice as a parent. However, I don't appreciate being judged for breast feeding. There's often comments about breast feeders judging formula feeders, but I've actually encountered the reverse. It's not always an easy journey as a breast feeder, and in my opinion, they should be praised, not condescended or patronised!

Those people who know me personally will be very surprised to hear that I kept my cool and just shook my head at their ignorance (I've been told I'm a bit of a Hitler in my lack of patience with stupid people!) Yes, really I did! A witty retort didn't come to me quickly, instead I just continued to feed my son (perhaps a little more brazenly!)

Tuesday 8 July 2014

Welcome to the world Isaac Alexander

After a challenging 38 weeks, our beautiful Isaac Alexander arrived on 1/7/14 at 6.29am, weighing 6lb 4oz. An amazing addition to our family!

The story leading up to his birth will be published in a series of columns in Prima Baby and Pregnancy magazine over the next few months. The edition this month covers Noah's pregnancy and birth and our decision to have another child.

The magazine is available to buy in retailers such as Asda, Morrisons and WH Smith. There are also some fab deals on subscriptions available.