Eco Friendly Living

It’s been 6 months since my son was born… how time flies.  It’s been a joy and a blessing to see our new bundle of joy.  My natural maternal instinct kicked in immediately and I couldn't believe how much I loved him at the first sight.  It’s only natural, right?   You would think that by 4th baby, I would be an expert in just about everything.  Trust me.  Theoretically, I am an expert.   But when it comes to actually nursing a new born baby, I am a complete mess.  The lack of latching, bleeding, soreness and aching, and to top it all off, I had swollen glands with each child… ugh!  I just can’t understand how something natural as breastfeeding can be so incredibly infuriating! 

The lactation specialist and other moms tried to help me through the process.  But in the end, I gritted my teeth and plowed through it for the first 3 weeks until the pain subsided.  I completely sympathize with other moms who give up because nursing becomes too difficult.  But I chose to keep trying.  In my personal opinion, there is nothing better I can give to my child than breast milk.  The benefits of breastfeeding are endless and I’m sure you’ve heard most of them.   It is the most effective way of providing organic natural foods. 

But with the latest information about chemical toxins such as rocket fuel (perchlorate) in baby formula, I feel more confident that breastfeeding is best for my kids. 

Although EPA believes that the level of perchlorate found in baby formula deemed safe, it is mind boggling that chemical toxins can be found in baby formula in the first place. So for those awesome moms out there that decided to give breastfeeding a try, don’t give up!  You are providing your baby with nutrients free from food toxins and it really is the most eco friendly living.  But to help ease into the transition, you should gear yourself with a really good breast pump.  I wore mind out with the first three kids and recently had to get a new one.  However, I also found out that my OB/GYN can write a prescription for a breast pump that is covered by my health insurance.  I was able to get the newest Medela electric pump from an insurance approved medical supply store.  I suggested this to several of my friends already and so far, all but one were successful.  So give the insurance company a call and then talk to your doctor.   Good luck and happy nursing!