I’m kinda down today. My baby had her first bottle of formula this afternoon. 
It’s been kind of apparent that my milk was drying up, but I’ve been determined to keep trying with her and trying all sorts of stuff to keep my milk supply up. If someone has recommended it to me, I’ve tried it! However, last night, it was so clear that she was not getting enough (if anything) from me and was just crying in her little bed because she was hungry. With my first girl, I dried up when she was exactly six months old, and I was hoping I could continue with this girlie a little bit longer … I guess the threee extra weeks count, right? 
Anyway, I’m feeling bummed, even though I know it’s the right thing to do with where she is right now. And, on the plus side, there is the distinct possibility that she might sleep more at night … she hasn’t slept through the night yet, and when she woke to nurse last night around 2 a.m., it was again obvious that I was having to put her back in bed without her tummy being full.
Just needed to share…
{{{{BIG HUGS!}}}}
Good job, Mommy! You gave her a great start with all that wonderful breast milk! I’m sorry it’s ending before you want…
Comment by blestwithsons — August 16, 2006 @ 2:37 pm
Hang in there! I’m happy for you that you were able to nurse (I wasn’t) and sad that little babies grow up too fast! Keep your eye on that full night’s sleep!
Comment by Andrea — August 16, 2006 @ 2:53 pm
Wonderful job for nursing as much as you could! Hoping that full night’s sleep comes soon!
I had to start supplementing when Ella was only three weeks old, and cried all the way through the first couple bottles. She’s now going on 15 months, and I’m thinking it might be time to fully wean, as she probably gets more comfort than milk by this point.
Comment by Lorri — August 16, 2006 @ 2:59 pm
Sending a {{{hug}}} your way!
You’re doing what is best for you child and that is always right!
Comment by aggiejenn — August 16, 2006 @ 4:31 pm
(((((GINORMOUS HUG))))) Stephanie, you have done more than most mommies when it comes to feeding that precious baby. I KNOW you have given everything a try and I am so proud of you for that!!! She has such a marvelous mommy!!!!! I am praying as you seek what you need to do. I love you, sweetie!!!
Comment by Leann — August 16, 2006 @ 4:53 pm
BIG HUGS!
These types of things are SO hard on us mommies.
MORE BIG HUGS!
Love,
aj
Comment by AJ — August 16, 2006 @ 6:49 pm
((( Stephanie )))
I know the feeling - I was never able to nurse that long.
Comment by Maria — August 16, 2006 @ 7:42 pm
You’ve given her a great start, Stephanie! I understand feeling down about it though. (hugs)
Comment by Tracy — August 17, 2006 @ 12:32 am
Stephanie,
By breastfeeding for 6 months you have provided your daughter with SOOO much!! She is now less likely to get breast cancer, ovarian cancer, hip fractures, respitory infections, eczema, asthma, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, childhood cancers, SIDS, and less cavities!!! You have done a GREAT thing for her by breastfeeding for this long.
I will be praying for you today.
{{{BIG BEAR HUGS}}}
Mandi
Comment by Mandi — August 17, 2006 @ 8:44 am
((HUGS)) Steph - That little one is so fortunate to have you
) I know how difficult this is ((HUGS))
Comment by Blair — August 17, 2006 @ 7:41 pm