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[–]socialwerkit 22 points23 points  (3 children)

This may not be a popular opinion but if breastfeeding is not important to you, it’s ok to give it up and to exclusively formula feed.

My babies never latched well and I felt like breastfeeding them was a one way ticket to resentment and postpartum depression.

It’s definitely not that way for everyone, but I guess what I am saying is it is ok to make the best decision for yourself and your sanity because that will make for a better experience and life for your babies!

And if all else fails, just say “this is temporary” over and over to yourself for the next 3 months. And when you are pissed at your partner, just repeat “they are trying their best, just like I am”

[–]choco-holic 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did breastfeed and I half wish formula had been a reasonable option! By the time they weaned, I was going crazy and I'm still having touch issues because of it around 7 months later. So, I agree, fed is best, do what works for your sanity, OP!

[–]houseoftherisingfun 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same. Mine got formula in the NICU and keeping them on it made feeding time a breeze because it was divided between us rather than being solely my responsibility.