Three cheers for MMEand1-She deserves her own thread!!!!!!!

[Lovingliv]

Mariah,

You are truly an inspiration to breastfeeders everywhere!!!!!!!!!
I am so impressed with your committment to nursing your DS. Here you are away from your new baby and family and instead of doing the easiest thing (I would think that would be switching to formula) you are pumping and overnighting it home.
I hope you are being supported by those around you and the days are passing quickly for you. What a sweet reunion you will have with your little one!
Keep up the good work mama! Thank-you for representing the U.S.!!!!

[buddyleebaby]

ITA!
What an act of love for your little one!
You should be so proud of yourself for doing what you're doing.

[mudder17]

I totally agree!!! Your daughter is a very lucky girl, even if she doesn't know it. May your time away pass very quickly so that you can be back with your family before you know it!

Thank you for representing the U.S. and for your sacrifice!

Eileen

http://www.mothering.com/discussions...ies/candle.gif for Leah

http://www.gynosaur.com/assets/ribbo...n_gold_12m.gif , 17 months & counting


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[MarisaSF]

I'm so glad you started this thread.

Yes, Mariah, way to go!
Although, I don't think breastfeeding is the only right/good way to feed a baby, I do know it takes a lot of time, energy, and patience to pump and store, let alone mail. Your story is amazing.

[kaylinsmommy2]

Given the same situation, I don't think I would be as strong and committed as you. I've been following your posts, and wanted to tell you that you are so awesome! I wish you the very best!
Caroline
Kaylin 6/5/04

[Marisa6826]

Mariah Girlie-

You ROCK! ;)

love

-m

[Marcy_O]

DITTO! That's Commitment! What a great mom! Make sure you keep those records so when your DS is 16 and ornery you can show him "SEE WHAT I DID FOR YOU!" LOL ;)

[DebbieJ]

Another vote for Mariah!!!

WOoooHOOOOooo!

~ deb
DS born at home 12/03

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[sidmand]

ITA. It is amazing. I'm sure I wouldn't have that kind of committment, especially with everything else you need to worry about.

Congratulations on making it this far and for all you're doing for your daughter, yourself, your family, and your country.

Take care,

Debbie

[karolyp]

Mariah,

I too wish you the best of luck in your BF adventures and hope that the days pass quickly for you!!!

Karoly