the Beauty of Being There: What I’ve Learned About Being Present with My Baby
Not every mom gets the chance to be home with their baby after birth, and I know how fortunate I was to have that time. I took four months off work, and when I returned, I was able to bring my daughter with me. That alone shaped a significant part of my experience as a first-time mom. I recognize what a gift that was, and I don’t take it for granted. I’ve often thought about how different things could have been and how those early moments with my daughter shaped both of us in ways I’m still seeing today. It Gave Us a Breastfeeding Rhythm Being with my baby all day made such a difference in our breastfeeding journey. I didn’t have to worry about pumping on a schedule or trying to keep up my supply while we were apart. She nursed when she needed, and I was there to offer it. There was no confusion between bottle and breast; she took both beautifully, but that closeness, that easy access, helped us find a natural rhythm. And I truly believe that made breastfeeding not just possible, but...
