Nanny to Mommy

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My breastfeeding journey has been a long one. I was very uneducated when I first started my journey and of course inexperienced. I had read very little about breastfeeding because I was more worried about giving birth and everything I did read was either hard to follow or very discouraging. When I announced my decision to try breastfeeding when I was pregnant, it was returned with very little support.



When my daughter first latched, something felt off. I couldn't explain it. I also thought no one would be allowed in the delivery room, so I didn't let her nurse as long as she wanted so we could rush upstairs to post-partum so everyone could see her.

The day following her delivery she was very sleepy and had trouble attaching for feedings. I talked to the lactation consultant who wanted me to use a nipple shield and the football hold, both of which I could never figure out. I also didn't know I should wake her to nurse every 2-3 hours so my milk could come in. Her first night home was rough. She wanted to stay cuddled right next to me, so I didn't sleep a wink. Those first few days home were the worst. I had read that a good latch would hurt initially, but shouldn't continue to hurt during feedings. But hers did, a sharp wincing pain that was so bad I was to the point where I would dread feeding her. I found that lying down to nurse helped her latch in a way that wasn't painful for me.

"The Diono Radian®RXT Carseat is an amazing addition to any family who loves to travel. The installation is so very easy, and the comfort of the memory foam will help to keep your little bundle of joy comfy and safe. Diono offers a wonderful selection of convertible car seats as well as booster seats, all of which offer "Safety in Style"." To read the the full review on the Diono Radian®RXT Carseat by StellarManicMommy2, you can read it HERE. This car seat is easy to fold to make moving it easier. You are also able to add travel straps so that you can take it with you on a flight for your next vacation, business trip, or conference. The Radian is also an FAA approved car seat.

I am so excited to share the opportunity for one lucky Nanny to Mommy reader to win a Baby Bullet Complete Baby Care System which includes all the tools and information you need to make the freshest, most nutrient-rich food possible! Making your own baby food is great because it is cost-efficient, better for the environment, plus you know exactly what is going into your baby's food!

Welcome to the 3rd Annual March Into Spring Giveaway Hop!

 

This hop is hosted by The Review Wire!

 

This hop eatures blogs all offering some great prizes to help kick off spring! After entering my giveaway "flutter" by the other blogs on the list to see what other "blossoming" prizes are in store. Also, make sure to "March" over and enter to win an Opus Pillow from Novosbed over at The Review Wire, a retail value of $139!

 

I am excited to be offering a Baby Comfy Nose Nasal Aspirator and beejuvenate all natural beeswax hand & body cream.

Spring is finally here, and I'm teaming up with Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus to share five travel hacks that you'll love, along with a great giveaway offer. One lucky winner will take home a Travel Pack from Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus valued at $150 (including a $50 Target gift card!)