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Challenges with breastfeeding have taught me
Psychological determination can aid the physical systems of our body to do what is needed
My baby has taught me
How truly fascinating the everyday things of life can be.
Since becoming a mother
I see the moments of joy and intrigue that come so naturally and frequently for children.
Our favorite children’s book
Goodnight Moon & Anything written by Sandra Boynton.
I wish someone would have told me before having kids that
Your to do list will always be long and never ending.
Advice to share with other new moms
Invest in really nice nursing bras.
The biggest challenge you face
Is balancing the emotional challenges of my work and the needs of my family.
Pumping tip
Buy two pumps; one to have at work and one to have at home means one less bag to carry as a new working mom.
The best thing about being a mom
The privilege to see a person develop and become who they were created to be.
julie
mom to Carson (17 months)
I am a mother, a wife, a Registered Dietitian and business owner. I thrive on close friendships and staying connected to my loved ones far away. My husband, son and I intentionally live in close proximity to both of our offices and those that we serve in our respective careers. I enjoy walking to work, clear blue sky days and gardening all year round. My greatest reward thus far has been sharing Carson with others and seeing how loved ones and strangers react to him—to his cuteness, to his hair color, to his smile, to his words, and to his affection. I cannot wait to see what his impact will be in this world and on others.
When breastfeeding Carson, I enjoy the closeness and physical connection it gives us. I enjoy the way that it relaxes me and has me rest my busy body. I think the hormones released while breastfeeding also help stop my busy mind as well. It truly is a retreat for me in my day that I look forward to.
As a dietitian, I am fully supportive of the concept that women and moms can, and should, enjoy eating. So, the fact that milkmakers is a cookie simply shows women that tasty food, that has sugars and fats, can be nutritious and used in the body for good purpose. I love milkmakers for myself and love sharing them with others since they fit so well into my philosophy as a professional and my own philosophy personally as an eater.
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