We visited the doctors office today for katelynn's 9 month checkup. They checked her height, weight, head circumference, and iron. Her iron was a little low so we discussed how breast feeding is going. Lately Kate has been too preoccupied with being too busy to eat. The decision to wean now seems to be the best for her. She loves solid foods and only likes to breastfeed morning and night. So, for now that's what we are going to do with formula during the day.
I didn't realize the emotions that come with Weaning. Now she can feed herself and I don't need to be the only one that can do this for her. That bonding experience has been amazing. I've had some hard times with breastfeeding for sure, but so many good times as well.
We have all been feeling like the time for Weaning was getting close. She seems ready. She is very independent and loves to view all of her surroundings. The time is here. Wish us luck.
Here is a list of things I will miss:
-Bigger boobs ;)
-Being so close
-Not having to worry about finding warm water every where we go
- The convenience
-The antibodies so she didn't get too sick
-The love
- Being able to watch what I want to watch on tv while Kate eats
Things to be excited for
-More freedom for mommy
- Kate can watch elmo while she eats
-Daddy can spend more time with Kate
-Mommy and Daddy can have more alone time
- Still being able to cuddle while she drinks her bottle
- Kate gets more independence
-Some one else can enjoy feeding her
And here is a picture of our first Weaning experience
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