If you're unsure what this is, be grateful you have been so sheltered.
He’s been my bestest buddy for the last week. Truly, a dear friend. A very close friend. But now I think it's time to break some news to him.
Dear Buddy, old pal.
You’ve been really, really, super. You really came through for me and my uncooperative newborn child. I was frustrated and depressed. My babe was starving and though I tried and tried to help him, it was to no avail. I needed help. And then, out of the darkness YOU emerged in all your SHINING GLORY!! My baby was thriving! Along with my milk supply!!
You are my hero.
However. We both know it couldn't last forever. At least I hoped it wouldn't. Ouch, sorry I know that one hurt.
Yes, let me be up front with you. Little Logan has finally learned (FINALLY!) a little trick called LATCHING ON. Although he’s not quite back up to his birth weight, he is doing MUCH better. SO much better, in fact, that I have been seeing less of you. I know you’ve noticed.
I guess what I’m trying to say is... it's OVER. We're just not who we used to BE! I don't need you anymore! Now, now, don’t give me that look. This hurts me more than it hurts you (not really.) IT’S NOT YOU, IT’S ME. While I’ve enjoyed our round-the-clock time together (pumping is SUCH a RIOT), I feel it’s best we move on. I will probably see you from time to time, it's true. But, hopefully, for the most part, I shall be nourishing my wee child ALONE. (Hallelujah.)
But thanks for all you’ve done in the meantime.
Yours truly,
Erika (and Logan thanks you too.)
11 comments:
Ok seriously I LOVE you...I wish I could have posted something like that, but mine was PUMP YOU FAILED ME!! Pumping was horrible, breast feeding was even worse...I mean it's not like I'm flat or anything...that's obvious right?! They just DIDN"T WORK! Ugh...that's the one thing I'm NOT looking forward to again when the time comes (im not preg right now!)
nursing is hard, even if you have a baby who latches on easily from the get-go. leah was seriously AWESOME about nursing. it just turns out that her stomach didn't like it too much! so i've had to switch to formula after pumping for several days, starving myself and trying again.
with the same results. i'm sure others will criticize me for stopping nursing her but seriously you have to do what's best for you both. and i'm so glad that it's worked out for you & little logan has learned how to latch on!
congratulations!
hopefully the pump will be able to find someone else who is more interested in a long-term relationship. :)
You seriously crack me up! I'm glad all is going well for you.
LOL!! You have the best posts!!! Im so glad that he is finally doing better! Pumping is not a pleasant experience!
Your blog is so great. I never thought I would be so entertained by an ode to a breast pump. Well done!
Thank goodness for the pump. Both my kids B.fed well but it was nice to be able to pump extra bottles for daddy when I was gone. Though I have to give it to you - I have never had to hand pump, just plug the machine in the wall. Hats off to you - I imagine that's a lot of work! What a sacrifice for a mother's love! ;) Glad baby is doing better!
Oh Kate NO WAY would I hand pump, don't worry, it's electric! I'm not THAT dedicated!
Good Riddance. That relationship was all take on his part, all give on yours. It's time for better things, more appreciative things. Things that coo and smell like baby powder. You are better off.
-Glad You've Moved On, Lehi, UT
I am glad your baby is doing better. How is having three? The pictures of him are so cute. It makes me want to have another one. Well, try to get some sleep ok.
Erika you seriously are the cutest writer. I must say anyone who can make light of something so "painfully" frustrating (ha ha) should get an award. I was so sorry for you but luckily you have gotten past this. Keep up the good work and give little Logan a big hug for me. He is the cutest!!!
Way to hang in there! I love your posts.
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