Breastfeeding "Plot Twists" in your Postpartum Rom-Com

The first few weeks of breastfeeding your baby can feel like you’re the main character navigating the ups and downs in a romantic comedy.  

…How to Lose [Your Confidence] in 10 Days

…While Your Were [Not] Sleeping

…10 Things I Hate About [Breastfeeding]

…About Last Night 

You start off confident. After all, you took all the prenatal classes and read all the books. 

But now that you’re home from the hospital, things feel different. There’s crying (both you and the baby). There’s overwhelm (What does ChatGPT say? What does my sister-in-law say?) 

You take a deep breath and reach out to your IBCLC (international board certified lactation consultant), and you get the support you need. Your overwhelm evaporates.

….If only the breastfeeding journey were as predictable as a Nora Ephron movie. Truth is, you can’t completely plan for a fairy tale breastfeeding journey. But here are 8 common breastfeeding “plot twists” and what to do about it.