Blog Bash Christmas is here with every blog having a prize package of $100+! The list of participating blogs can be found at the end of our post after the Rafflecopter entry form. Thank you to Family Approve and This Lil Piglet for hosting this event that will last from now through 11:59pm EST on December 6!
I previously posted about the breastfeeding milestone awards. These are like golden star stickers for breastfeeding mamas (or banana stickers if you are Dethklok). They are not meant to make anyone feel bad, but are a way to help celebrate the ability to continue the breastfeeding (or pumping!) relationship despite societal pressures and other life factors that can make this difficult.
While breastfeeding is natural and the best choice for babies, there are some conditions and situations where it may be difficult for a woman to nurse her child. One such circumstance is having surgery such as breast augmentation. But certainly any type of surgery that involves the breasts may affect a woman’s ability to breastfeed.
From what I have gathered, having breast implants does not automatically mean a woman cannot breastfeed, though some may think that is the case. The tricky part about nursing is that you don’t really know if you can do it until after you give birth and try it. And that’s the case for all of us, breast surgery or not!
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It’s unbelievable just how important a good, supportive bra can be. It really can make a world of difference on my back! Whether you are breastfeeding or are a full figured gal like myself, you probably know how hard it can be to find quality, affordable bras that look nice! I’d like to introduce you to Leading Lady!
Leading Lady is the preeminent source for information, dialogue, guidance and product selection among both nursing and full-figured women. LeadingLady.com is a vibrant, on-line community of like-minded women who appreciate style, fit and quality.
• Amy’s Corner – Questions answered by a our Certified Lactation Consultant
• Breastfeeding A-Z – Breastfeeding instructions, tips, glossary and everything else you need to know about nursing.
• Perfect Fit Calculator – Simple and easy tool to find the perfect bra fit.
• Free Breastfeeding Handbook – Our lactation consultant written and approved Breastfeeding Handbook is available free for instant download.
Leading Lady is one of the country’s oldest and most successful intimate apparel manufacturers. We specialize in quality lingerie for mothers-to-be and new moms, as well as full-figure bras, sleep/leisure bras and other specialty lingerie and accessories.
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Many of you read my update yesterday and now it seemed to quick to update everyone. And many of you who were concerned after my first ER trip were on to something.
I now know I wasn’t having back spasms.
Warning – TMI ahead
Who knew a child’s baby doll could be so controversial?
And yes, I’m going there. Just a little.
You see, Rissa is almost a year old. She’s starting to imitate us more and (I think) is starting some pretend play. She’ll tip and tap an empty water bottle like shes pouring it. She’ll “munch” on her fake carrots. Oh, and she’ll open a book and babble while pointing at the pictures. This doll is for ages 2+ and frankly, this first year went fast enough that I need to start thinking about what’s going to happen when she’s 2!
I’m still recovering and catching up from all the family stuff last week. We had Brian’s grandma’s funeral last Wednesday and then we went out of town for several days for a family reunion. I wasn’t sure what to expect, to be honest. I knew it was relatives from his grandma’s side of the family, so I met a few at the funeral. Otherwise, I was well aware that I wouldn’t know very many people.
As it was, I met about 40-50 people! (Please don’t ask me everyone’s name and connection!) And you know what? I had fun.
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I enjoy guest posting! I find it fun to do. Sometimes it can be a challenge to think up something that is good to share with someone else’s audience… but I like those kinds of challenges.
Recently I can be found in two other places!
5 Tips to Save Money on Baby Toys: Use What You Already Have! for “Deal”icious Mom
Planning to Breastfeed? for Generations of Savings
Go check them out and show my posts a little love! ;)
