To elaborate, G and I had a different nursing relationship. Though I joked about being a milk machine back then that nick name is more fitting now. I think this is in part to me being a working mom (outside the home) while G was a baby. And now I have the opportunity to stay at home with the girls. Then, I missed G so much while I was away at the office; I cherished our cuddle time. Now, With Adelaide, I'm lucky to see/share in the little moments every day. I cherish our bath times, tickles, and play. And at this point nursing has become more of a chore than a bonding or nutritional need. Again this pains me to articulate because I'm still a bit conflicted. She's a great eater, both quality/variety and quantity. She's growing and alert. I know we're ready to move on. I think deciding this vs being forced along is new (with G I broke my foot and needed pain meds so we had an abrupt end).
Wish us luck during this time! Once adjusted, I hope to return to our smooth sleeping routine.
Transferring my babies off of breast milk to a cup of cow's milk was emotionally difficult for me as well. Stephan was a real good eater and I was weaning him during my 8th month pregnancy with you, I figured it was best since a new baby was around the corner... His nursing at this point was just for reassurance and not nourishment of course... But I was kissing a sweet and lovely bonding time goodbye between him and me. I was totally ready on one side but very conflicted on the other... He was successfully weaned by the time you came along but I was ready to have that magical bond back yet again! Although my nursing time had to be cut short with you due to illness it was an an emotional decision just the same... I understand what you are going through...
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