Michelle Teheux
Jul 18, 2022

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I'm horrified that nobody warned you not to stop breastfeeding. I know you did it with the very best of intentions, but for God's sake your doctor should have made sure you knew that a baby at risk needs breastmilk. Your antibodies you were producing were liquid gold.

To anybody reading this who has a child or will have a child in the future: Keep nursing if you are sick! Your baby absolutely needs the antibodies in your milk. Your body custom-makes antibodies to keep your baby healthy. There are very few contraindications to nursing, and if in doubt, consult an IBCLC.

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Michelle Teheux
Michelle Teheux

Written by Michelle Teheux

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