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Christina - posted on 08/26/2010 ( 7 moms have responded )

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I'm 14 weeks preg. and everyone keeps asking me if I'm going to breast feed, and I have to answer Idk because I would like to but at the same time my boyfriend who I live with has 2 boys 9 and 10 years old and when the baby is born they will be 11 and 10 so I feel that it would make everyone uncomfortable for me to do that in front of them. My friend suggested pumping and then bottle feeding that way the baby is still getting the best milk possible but I don't know if it is good to pump that much. Any input?

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Kaete - posted on 08/27/2010

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I would just do it. Talk to the kids ahead of time so they know what to expect (have your boyfriend discuss it with them or at least be an active part of the conversation).

When you're at home, it also would be pretty easy to go into another room to nurse if you're more comfortable that way.

It's not harmful to pump, but it can be a pain in the ass. Lol.

Christina - posted on 08/27/2010

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Thanks for all the help guys, I have some time to look into it, I just wish I had a more solid choice made up in my mind. I am very scared that if I don't try then I will regret it.

Good Day! - posted on 08/26/2010

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Perhaps breastfeeding will become normal to them. Wouldn't be great if all boys and men looked at breasts, not as sexual, but as a form of nourishment?! Maybe they'll encourage their own partners to breastfeed their children in the future. I think it's a great idea to breastfeed around older children. If you are not comfortable, practice wearing a nursing top and discretely latching the baby. Most of the time, baby's head covers the entire breast. Practice also with a blanket and wrap. It's not bad to pump, but I'm afraid you'll find it to be a lot of trouble and it will be hard to keep up your supply. Whatever you decide, good luck!

Angie - posted on 08/26/2010

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Breastfeeding is a very natural act (actually the most natural act) and I personally think that children can and should be around breastfeeding moms to learn that there is nothing wrong with it. If you don't feel comfortable with them seeing you boobs, get a nursing cover. I bet they will ask to see what you are doing at some point.

Ashley - posted on 08/26/2010

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I agree with the other two. I have this thing called a hooter hider. Its amazing. Its like a blanket you put over your head and it was a wire that comes out at your neck so you can still see your baby but no one elts can. Plus you can always go to your babies room or your room for some quite time while you do it. I think if you dont at least try you will end up regretting it in the end.

Stifler's - posted on 08/26/2010

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lol. just do it if you want to. people have been breastfeeding for centuries and had older kids in the house. they will get over it, they are old enough to know that if they don't like it don't look.

Adriana - posted on 08/26/2010

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yes it would be uncomfortable for all of you but you dont have to do it infront of them girl go to your room and do it in there...or get a blanket and cover youand the baby up while you are nursing

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