Today’s post is written by Audra, from Rediscovering Domesticity. I’ve shared my breastfeeding struggles with excess lipase and now I’m thrilled to have Audra sharing her story of struggling with her thyroid. I have heard of so many moms who have stopped breastfeeding because of low supply or starting medications for postpartum depression or anxiety that…
In honor of World Breastfeeding Week, here is my journey in exactly 100 words: My little one was born and all was well. She nursed happily and I happily nursed until… She continuously refused the bottle. Finally I tasted it. YUCK!! Something was wrong with my milk! Frantically I search for answers and discover that…
When Grace was a newborn I hated the idea of nursing in public. It was hard to get her to latch on. Nursing covers got in the way. The whole situation could be quite frustrating. Why would I want to do that in front of the world?!!? Then… Grace got a little older and we…
I am often in awe of how living a frugal lifestyle goes hand in hand with living a green one. Perhaps I should change this segment to “Feelin’ Frugal/Green!” I do strive to be green, but I must confess that I’m still using the plastic produce bags at the grocery store. I have a friend…
Update October 2014: I have taken my experiences with excess lipase activity, combined it with interviews with trusted medical professionals, and turned it into a 40+ eBook. If you are looking for more information about excess lipase activity, breast milk donation, and support from a mother who has been there, then this eBook is for…
Update October 2014: I have taken my experiences with excess lipase activity, combined it with interviews with trusted medical professionals, and turned it into a 40+ eBook. If you are looking for more information about excess lipase activity, breast milk donation, and support from a mother who has been there, then this eBook is for…