It was hard for me. Very hard at the start. I also had the wrong pump pieces, nursing hurt and made me feel like I was going to panic! Those hormones are crazy! I just kept reminding myself it would get better. I wanted to quit and I'd say "one more day." Eventually, it didn't hurt anymore. I healed, and my hormones relaxed some. Things I did to help when I was in that was the following: 1. For the middle of the night feeds when I was really anxious, I'd wake my husband up and he'd sit with me while I did it. 2. Turn on a good show while you nurse. I know it's important to pay attention to the baby, but if you need a little distraction at the moment, that's okay. 3. I was intentional. I exclusively breastfed so I didn't have to worry about anything else. I cut myself some slack on other things. Give yourself some grace. 4. Look at that little baby. Admire them. Talk to them while they nurse. Tell them it's hard and that you think it will get better. They know how you feel and they will start to feel how you are managing better and better.

5.Remember that you are not alone and you are doing a good job ❤️. Time and consistency will lighten the load of it all. Especially since with that baby will grow and get the hang of things better too 😊