# 2 Things I wish mothers knew about breastfeeding before delivery





Most mothers are told "Breastfeeding is easy. It just comes naturally." And this may be true for a very select few...however, most mothers struggle during the first 2 weeks, sometimes longer! I'm here to tell you It's can be ROUGH! Mothers may feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and like their life is consumed by breastfeeding the baby...and it IS during that first 2 weeks. But generally speaking, if mom can hang in there, get professional help from an IBCLC if needed. Here is a directory In the majority of cases, with the support of a Lactation consultant, and more importantly her husband...mom and baby will prevail with their version of successful breastfeeding.



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