03/15/2026
my first month of exclusively breastfeeding on demand has been a rollercoaster 🍼💫
baby Sonny nurses whenever he wants, which means some days it seems like he never leaves my chest. cluster feeds are real and honestly, they’re kind of magical. ✨ my body adjusts, my milk supply adjusts, and somehow we make it through. i’ve learned to trust that my body knows exactly what my baby needs and to not view feeds as a chore.
leaving the house takes forever now and nursing on the go has become a whole production. i’ve nursed in the car, on the couch, at the coffee shop.. but baby doesn’t care, so why should i? i’m learning that watching their cues matters way more than watching the clock & that scheduling our day/activities around a feeding schedule just isn’t our vibe. 🌀
getting evaluated by a lactation consultant early on was huge. having guidance and reassurance gave me so much confidence and it made those early days feel a little less scary. honestly, it was one of the best things i did for myself and my baby. (shout out to for the evaluation! SD mamas be sure to check her out!) 🍼
breastfeeding on demand has shown me just how intuitive babies are & how adaptable i can be as a new mom. i’m learning patience, flexibility, and to celebrate the little wins. one month in, and i’m still amazed at this tiny human and what our bodies are capable of. 🫶🏼
