I'm not a mom yet, but I'm so appreciative that you're not sugar coating how hard it is to breastfeed. You're doing the most amazing thing by the way you are handling how tough it is! Im proud of you and i love you!!
Breastfeeding is something that is meant to come so naturally! But it is indeed super hard and can really be mentally draining. You are amazing mama, so proud of you! You are doing wonderful and pushing through 🤍✨
Wow really wish I had this to watch when I was starting my breastfeeding with my son. I gave up after 3 weeks as it was so so hard and I had no support at all. I hope other women can watch this and know how amazing they are. Well done and thank you xx
I can relate to this so much, I recently gave birth too, on day 2 baby was wanting to feed constantly (I think it’s called cluster feeding) and I just sat in bed feeding him crying my eyes out, my nipples were so so sore and I was exhausted, I felt so guilty crying because he’s an absolute miracle and I adore him! He actually continued to cluster feed for a few weeks, I really wanted to give up breastfeedin but the midwives made me feel guilty for wanting to change to formula. I stuck at it for 5 weeks, then due to my own health issues I was prescribed medication that I couldn’t breastfeed on, so I was kind of forced to change to formula, and for me personally formula has been so much more enjoyable. I think it’s such a personal choice, breastfeeding and formula fed are both great. Don’t let midwives and health visitors pressure you, just do what works best for you and baby ❤️😘xxx
This is such a honest reality of breastfeeding. I’m 7 months into my breastfeeding journey and can feel every emotion in this especially In the first days etc, I’ve got very fast letdown and didn’t realise that was a thing but it definitely does get easier! So difficult when you don’t always get all the support.❤️
I don't think I've ever related more to a video than this one. I really struggled mentally and physically through my own breastfeeding journey and watching this made me feel like I was right there with you. What an incredible woman and mother you are, x
I’m 18 weeks into breastfeeding and it is so hard! We’ve got a cranial osteopath appointment but I feel like what you’re saying about foremilk and hindmilk is what our issue is! Thank you for being so honest! LY and keep you the good work mumma ♥️✨
I'm not mother myself but I have plenty of friends that have struggled with breastfeeding. They tell me how they feel like a failure but in my eyes they're amazing moms and I try my best to remind them of it. ❤️
You’re so amazing, to show the raw parts of motherhood instead of pretending it’s perfect. We all appreciate you Imogen you’re so real , love you hope you’re doing okay xxx
This video helped me so much I don’t think you’ll ever know! My baby girl is 9 months old and my breastfeeding journey at the beginning was AWFUL. So so bad , the pain was unbelievable. No problems with latch or tongue tie etc. but just nipple pain and at one point mastitis! I just struggled so much but wanted to breastfeed so badly I was so determined to continue. When no one understood and everyone told me to give up I found your video. Your experience gave me the courage to keep going , I didn’t feel so alone through it and my God I am so grateful. She was exclusively BF for 5 months and then we started to wean. She is 9 months now and we continue alongside lots and lots of food lol thank you from the bottom of my heart after 6 weeks the pain went away and it was the most beautiful and easy thing in the world. Great things happen when mothers support mothers.
Currently 32 weeks pregnant and this video has been really helpful and an insight to how courageous and strong you can be as a women. Your doing amazing cxx
Omg my 12 week old son is just the same! I’m going through exactly what you are going through. I didn’t realise it’s my fast let down. Thank you for this video!!!! X
Seeing this has helped me so much I'm on baby number 3 and I got no support n had many complications with BF with my eldest son, bottle fed my 2nd and now I'm due next month with my first little princess and planning to BF and hearing this makes me feel a little less alone x I hope things get easier for u and renaelia xx
You are doing so well Imogen 💕 I had the opposite problem. I had no milk on one side and very little on the other, I think due to past puberty problems. So..I had no choice but to go to the bottle feeding journey xx Thank you for sharing your journey with us xx It really helps get information out there for people breastfeeding or intending on breastfeeding xx
I didn’t chose to breastfeed but I remember with my first born I was gushing milk like so so much my tops were drenched every half and hour for 6 whole weeks, I couldn’t even leave the house! and I don’t know how true it is but I remember my midwife saying it’s because I was just so so emotional and inlove with my son my body just had huge instinct to produce so much milk for him (again don’t know how true that is) I’ve watched you for years and seen how much love you have to give❤️ you should be so so proud of yourself and all the hard work and determination you have put into this I can’t imagine how hard this journey has been for you. Your an amazing mum xxx
Oh my goodness! Don’t ever ever question how strong you are! I don’t have children and don’t plan to for many years but this was such an insight into a realistic journey and part of motherhood! You are an amazing mother and person! ! Thankyou for sharing your vulnerable experience as breastfeeding isn’t spoken about enough! I am a woman and I may one day go through this process and it’s never taught in schools or anything so Thankyou firstly for that! You are feeding your child and giving her love and that’s all she needs! Any stresses or struggles or worries won’t matter in a few months and you will be onto the next thing so just pat your self on the back because you are doing unbelievable! Love you so much 🤍🤍🤍
She’s putting on weight babe because your foremilk still has calories, that’s why weight may not be an issue but the gassiness will be. I suggest you just feed her a little more upright, don’t pump, feed on one boob only at a time and don’t think too much about your letdown. I had the same too fast letdown issue, but as long as baby is tilted more upright and you try your best to burp her more often and midway during feed - hopefully her pain will ease. Colic however may last 3-4 months also it’s very common for babies to be gassy! So it’s not your fault! Bf is hard, because I remember having to wake up every hour sometimes… God it’s draining. But remember, it’s not going to last forever - you’re doing amazingly! Also, have you heard of the haakaa or breastmilk collecting insert? Use them to collect the other sides milk and freeze it for times you are outside or emergency. BM is GOLD! Lots of love to you and I hope everything works out! 💓
Can’t thank you enough for this video, honestly makes me feel so at ease! We all love you Imogen, I know that video was so long ago but it’s so reassuring for me !
You are doing amazing! Thank you so much for sharing your journey, I'm currently 8 months into EBF my first baby and it's so nice to see someone speak so honestly about their experience. It's one of the most challenging things I've been through but also one of the most rewarding! So proud of you xxx
I admire you for sticking at it! I literally had the exact journey as you, but I only stuck at it for 6 weeks and then transitioned to the bottle. Sadly bottle didn't make it any easier and I'm so gutted my breastfeeding journey is over. Her reflux is shocking at nearly 3 months and moving onto gaviscon now. People say it gets easier, so I'm holding onto that. You're doing a fab job x
Honestly the thought of breast-feeding scares the life out of me and this video was so so so needed, so helpful, so real, so truthful so thank you for showing the reality of breastfeeding but also how to persevere through. As you said fed is best but personally i really wanna be able to breastfeed so to see you push through has given me the confidence to be brave enough to do that too! Thank you so much for sharing this
You are doing amazing! You are a strong lady,our children make us stronger than we ever felt possible. My little boy would not latch on at all as a baby and became deprived of nutrients and went jaundice. I was desperate to just give him a bottle but felt too much pressure to breastfeed. It was all too much for my baby and me. Eventually my midwife said to give him a bottle. He took it straightaway and I felt such relief. He is 8 now and healthy and happy. Everyone's journey is different, and never be afraid of going on alternative paths on the journey xxx you are the best Mummy to your baby
I’m not a mum yet and I appreciate this video so much! I want to breastfeed when my time comes and I feel there isn’t a lot of info about breastfeeding it definitely should be more openly talked about!!! Thank you for sharing this Imogen this will help so many people 💕 xx
Thankyou so much for this video!!!! You keep saying “sorry this is a long story / oh I’m sure no one cares” but we love it & we do care!! You are a great story teller + it’s very informative. It’s very helpful & entertaining so pls don’t doubt yourself. So happy I found your channel ☺️
I am going to be a mom in two and a-bit months to twin boys and I want to say thank you so much for being real, honest and raw about your breast feeding journey! You are doing amazing, don’t forget that 😊💙
I’m 24 and not had kids yet but I love these videos educating us for first time mums! Bless you getting emotional, you have so much love for your little girl I know it’s hard but don’t beat yourself up about things 💗 keep it up you’re doing so well! X
Imogen, my daughter is 11 and when she hurts or gets hurt, I cry my eyes out. I cant help it. Ive been that way since shes been born. I feel so bad when shes hurting, it kills me so of course I cant keep it together. I honestly dont think that will ever change lol My husband tells me I need to relax and not show her im upset because it makes it worse but I cant help myself. Like you said, seeing the love of your life be in pain or hurting, hurts you. Being a Mother is the hardest, most rewarding job we could ever have. You are doing an amazing job Imogen. Spencer too. So much love to yous from Canada. xx
Also, I should of said this first but have you ever thought of taking her to a chiropracter? They can do wonders for your child with whatever the issue is. My daughter was constipated and hated being on her back. The chiro did something ( never hurt her) she slept the whole time and within 5 minutes my daughter had a blow out lol that night she slept on her back the whole night. Just a thought. ❤️
Imogen, I just want to say seeing you grow from a young adult to a gorgeous amazing mum is just the best! Even thought I won’t be having children soon, these videos are so helpful to give insight on birth and motherhood so thank you so much ! And you are doing amazing!!!🙏🏼❤️
You’ve done so amazing, I had exactly the same with my eldest, plus he wouldn’t latch at first so I expressed for 3 weeks, so that plus having a fast letdown and oversupply was a nightmare! I’ve had 2 more children since, and it’s been so much better each time. My supply has thankfully settled so much quicker. X
I had fast let down as well and my daughter had reflux and Colic. I so understand what you have been going through and all the worry and tears. Hang in there Mama. You are doing amazingly.
I just want to say thank you so much for this video! I'm a mom to a severely disabled infant who is tube fed and has struggled with colic and reflux amongst many other issues. But I appreciate you sharing your journey. Lots of love and well wishes ❤
Well done Imogen. I’m due my third in 4 weeks and hoping to exclusively breastfed. My twins I only fed for 6 weeks. They both had colic badly and silent tlreflux and one of them had a milk allergy, he would have a bottle mouthing it for like 2 hours as he was in discomfort, but until he has milk free formula he was such a fussy baby as so uncomfortable, even now I feel bad about it, but I just couldn’t feed 2 of them anymore after 6 weeks, it was too hard. I had to sleep them on their fronts as they wouldn’t sleep on their backs, also they would bring up a whole feed regularly (premature babies can have reflux more commonly as they have feeding tubes when born so their throats cant close fully whilst they are in) also burping a few times during feeds helped as then there wasn’t milk on top of air as when they’d bring it up the milk would come too. Also after a feed I’d keep them sat up for 20 mins afterwards, as I had two I couldn’t hold them both all the time so had to use rockers that sat upright a lot. Infacol didn’t work for me and made them worse( It can with some babies ) I tried a special tea, gripe water, everything. Also I used dalivit drops for my two. Just do your best. Reflux can be hard, some babies have to be upright most of the time etc, my mums a health visitor so was so helpful with my boys. I hope things are getting better with feeding. This video was very brave and honest. Your doing amazing! As mums we always feel quilty about something so don’t worry there. My two are 6 and I get it often. Keep doing what your doing as your doing great! Just a quick one, have you tried baby massage? Some techniques can help with discomfort for babies belly’s
Cabbage leaves on the breast apparently works for engorgement. It has been used for years. Hospitals here have fridges in which to keep cabbage leaves. I haven't used it but others claim that it works.
You’re doing so well babe! Don’t feel silly or stupid for crying, you’re doing something so tough but so rewarding!! Babygirl is gorgeous and so are you!!❤️
I'm not a breastfeeding mum but when I was in hospital with my little boy I know people struggle and I have emphasize with one who keeps at it your doing a amazing job your doing the best you can as a mum and I know mum guilt is the worst.
Your doing a great job. I am now on my 3rd breastfeeding journey and they are all so different but its so rewarding. In my family we call it "the big greet" (scottish for cry) when your milk comes in and you cry all day. But when you expect it you don't feel so bad. X
My biggest advice is don’t feel guilty for weaning when you are ready. Of course try your best but weaning at 6 months or a year doesn’t make you a bad mum. I am breastfeeding still at 2.5 years (finally once at night only) and it honestly made me so exhausted and ill to the point i was nearly fainting whilst she was awake i fell back onto the sofa luckily with her in my arms! It is a big regret of mine not stopping at 1year. Look after mummy so baby is happy. You’re doing amazing ❤️
Hi im iv had 3 kids never struggled but only did 2-4 weeks with all 3 and dried up and i never new any of this information of front n back milk so what i wanted to say is its a great information video xx
Youre doing so amazing imogen. Parenting/breastfeeding is difficult. We all go through tough times. Youll get there darling. Youre doing the best you can. 💜
I didn’t breastfeed however this sounds like what I had, for 4 weeks! The pain was unbearable my milk was gushing out (I wasn’t even breastfeeding) my boobs was like rocks and I’ve had a lot of complications since I ended up getting infections and now I’ve had lump all over my boobs and my son is nearly 1 I’ve had to have scans and these lumps are all due to the milk its crazy because I thought it only happened to people who breast fed but I used to wake up 2,3,4 in the morning crying in so much pain they felt like they was on fire & it was horrendous pain!!
I remember those day 5/6 cluster feeds and I was like wow I can’t do this. But I did. We battled crazy reflux, 100 times a day he would be sick but luckily it didn’t really bother him! We visited a craniosacral osteopath too and had so many tests and I do think it was my fast let down that caused half the problems! We did 6 months EBF and combi fed until 9 months! Looking back it seems a world away, but at the time it consumes you ❤️❤️ your doing so well! Motherhood is hard, it’s the emotions and everything that comes with it xxx
Wow😭 this is the first time I've commented on one of your videos and I've followed you for a while! I just feel I have to comment on this one and say it really hit me and I feel your guilt every time you cried, I cried! I have a little girl who is now 8 weeks old and I have most definitely had the same feelings your feeling and its so hard to keep up with yourself.... everyone has this expectation that breastfeeding is all rainbows and happiness and there is so much more! Thank you so much for this video 🥰 You are not alone and you are doing amazing and you look fabulous 💪💓 well done mummy keep going you got this😘
Don’t be so hard on yourself.. you are doing your best & that’s all she needs from you, is your best! You are still learning☺️ You’ll get through this!! It’s a journey. You & Spencer are her rocks as much as she is yours! So please just stay positive🤞🏼 You can do this mama❤️
I’m not a mum but honestly Imogen you are doing so well! Don’t try to justify how you feel! It is very important you take it easy don’t be to hard on yourself Imogen 💙 you are so brave! You are doing so well!
Hi you are doing amazing! My baby is 10 months and we had a journey just like you. I am still breastfeeding now you will get through it. They said he had colic and reflux and even prescribed the gaviscon just like you. It eventually all settled down on its own without anything. I could never feed him in any other position only sitting up which didn't help so you are doing great. I used to use the haacka to collect the milk and express a little when I was uncomfortable. If you express even 50mlz it really helps you be more comfortable instead of pumping all the milk out when the baby is sleeping. Just some advice I never gave my baby a bottle at all until he was 5 months and started getting teeth. I tried to give him the bottle and he flat out refused. I tried for over a month and he wouldn't take it. I would give her a bottle of expressed milk before she's 2 months old just to get her used to taking the bottle. Only if you want to give her bottles in the future! My boy is 10 months and still won't take a bottle I've given up on that one now 😂 your doing great! Well done for getting this far its a hard journey but a rewarding special one!
Breastfeeding is so so hard! I’m 4 and a half weeks into my journey and it has been anything but smooth sailing. Things started getting abit easier but I’ve now got mastitis and it’s nasty! I can’t wait to get back on track hopefully 😣🤞🏻
Aww bless you Imogen when you broke down crying part way through I just wanted to give you a big hug, youre doing great and youre doing all the right things by asking her mums and experts for their advice. I hope the probiotics work for the silent reflux, you are amazing and keep telling yourself that😃 I could only breast feed mine for 6 weeks all 4 were greedy munchkins and I just couldnt produce enough milk so I did bottle and breast fortunately with no issues. All babies are different I remember my 2nd use to clamp down and Id shoot through the roof, the whole feeding process made my breasts sore and chapped and I couldnt take the pain any longer hence I said to my then husband go get me botles, a sterlisier etc, I dont know if he got advice but he came back with all the right stuff lol. Big hugs and lots of love xx
You are doing really well. Stay strong. You get up and down days but you will get through it 💯 %. I breast fed my 2nd son, I'd got to 13months, I'm hoping to breast feed my baby girl next month when she's here. I could not do my 1st son he would not latch and I did feel guilty that it just wouldn't happen.
My first baby had really awful colic and silent reflux. She was in so much pain right up until I decided to put her on solids early.I kid you not 3 weeks on sold foods at 4 months old she was like a different baby! Her pain just disappeared. I know every baby is different but wow what a change in her by putting her on puréed foods. My second baby who is 5 months now has reflux and we have her on infant gaviscon but we only give her the gaviscon with her night time bottles and it really does help. She has started teething now though and is in a lot of pain with her little gums. poor babies grow so quickly that their little bodies go through so much xx
Dont be hard on yourself as Mothers we feel every bit of the pain our children suffer. Also i have a 3 yr old daughter and i have had "Mom Guilt" from day 1. If its not over one thing its another. As mothers we love our children so much we always want everything to be perfect for them. Go easy on yourself, you are so relatable and not alone ❤
I have breastfed 2 kids. It has been the most challenging but rewarding thing i ever did. It was so tough the first few wks with learning the latch, bleeding nipples, engorgment, mastitis, clogged ducts, milk blisters but we got thr. I learned i cant pump without getting clogged ducts and with both children it was tough for the first 3 weeks then we started to slowly get the hang of it and learn things with the help of wonder weeks app tellling me when growth spurts were about to happen. We got told with our 1st kid colic then reflux. They seem to be the go tos when u have an upset baby. Our son had an ectopic kidney that was putting pressure on his bladder causing pain but it was 6 months of fighting to get a scan on his tummy for a diagnosis that proved it wasnt reflux or colic. For a fast flow lay on your back feed her tummy to tummy or express (pump) a little milk first if its the initial latch were shes struggling, thinks will adjust and calm down. I made the mistake of expressing between feeds and had over supply with 1st child. Its a huge learning curve and your doing amazing. Both mine slept on us. Do whatever u need to do to get the most sleep as you all need the sleep. This sounds silly and drs didnt believe it at first but gripe water before every feed helped my son immensely but they can't have it until thr over a month old i dont think. My midwife advised it at 3wks as she said he was in so much pain and none of the things we had tried or been prescribed worked so she said just try it. It only worked if he had it before every feed though. You can get nipple shells to catch the milk on the other side while you feed. I used them as i was soaking with milk alot. Dangle feed for blocked ducts. Lay baby on her back on the bed and feed over the top of her so your boob is dangling and your on all fours. Sounds silly but that's the only thing that helped me.
I think you're such a natural mother, it's so amazing to see you blossoming in motherhood ❤ side note, I've always called my daughter baby girl too, she's 5 now and I call her baby girl more than her actual name 😂🥰
Thank you for sharing your story, you are an amazing parent and helping others. Maybe you could try a reflux pillow for babies to put in the cot or under its mattress to help your baby sleep better (I'm not parent so I don't know but I have seen these pillows on Amazon)
i'm 7 weeks postpartum been exclusively breastfeeding for 7 weeks also. I also have a fast letdown and oversupply. My lactation specialists in my case said that i apparently oversupply in the hind milk cause i guess thats possible. i also tried to regulate my supply so i constantly wasnt gushing but i couldnt so i have to pump and breastfeed cause thats the only way i dont soak through clothes
you are doing amazing angel 💗 i love to see real honest videos like this, i personally didn't breastfeed my boys but well done you for sticking at it your doing so good 😊
Just a question!!… yano if you have a heavy flow, could you not pump and then it goes in a bottle so that the baby still gets the breast milk that you want but it’s slower to give to her because it’s in a bottle?? Then she’s not in pain?
have you looked in to catching your let down in a babys bottle and freezing? my let down was exactly how your describing you. and catching it was the only thing that helped me. you can actually but a silicone bottle for it worked wonders for me xx
💋You are truly Amazing mama! You both are terrific parents and people! Btw you look absolutely beautiful. Continued Blessings and Support. ~Love&Light♥️Carli
So interesting to hear your journey you're doing so well not a let down etc anything you may be feeling my mum couldn't breast feed I just appreciate she loved and cared for me brought me up best she could 👏😄💖
No one tells you how hard breastfeeding is. All they really mention is labour, labour and more labour lol. I struggled with it with my first born. I remember I was mourning the loss of my mum and was working sooooo hard with breastfeeding him. Got through it… then managed to have my second the following year and breastfed both for 5 months. It does get easier.
My baby girl is 3 weeks old and honestly this is me right now! I can relate 10000%. It’s the hardest yet most rewarding thing in the world. Your doing amazing xxx
Omg how many problems can a mum experience if she wants to breastfeed . For me, my milk didn’t come out from the beginning and my baby was not latching properly she takes only the nipple without the areola and apparently I have an extremely sensitive nipple nerves that gives me shooting pain in my back, shoulders and neck when she’s feeding. However, I’m still fighting breastfeeding and I hope I’ll keep doing it until she’s 2 years.
My daughter was like this was awful it lasted till she was 7 and 1/2 months old only when she started sitting up and moving around it started to get better x
I love your baby journey as I'm on it myself at the same stages but I bottle feed. Has you gp considered the pain Renailia has been in could be down to something non related to your breast. My little prince had exactly the same pain and green poos and agony when laying down and screaming in pain when burping right up until 9 weeks the only thing that soothed him was bouncing him upright bless his heart. The gp also suggested infacol ect, I must of been at the doctors 15 times! Baby prince does have kidney problems since pregnancy and has been in antibiotics b from 2 weeks old. Any way, the baby boy has been on aptamil peptil from the GP and is like a different baby prince now it's amazing. It's taking 2 weeks to see the change but turns out he's lactose intolerant. Me and dad aren't lactose intolerant but the antibiotics have caused it for him 😟 keep smashing it immo 💕 she's a lucky girl to have you and her dad x
Imogen wow you should be so incredibly proud of yourself. What a beautiful mum you are, and your clearly going above and beyond. I’ve been there I know it can all feel like hell, my little girl is 2 and 1/2 now, the mum guilt is so continuous trust me! My latest thing is how to get her to stop breastfeeding, I never thought that 2 years ago when I was struggling so bad. Wishing you all the best x
Well done mama! You’re doing amazing! This video has really helped me to feel better with the struggles we’ve been having on our bf journey too! My little boy has terrible reflux and throws up most feeds but luckily is keeping and putting his weight on nicely 😣 🥰
Been looking forward to this real and raw video! My third baby girl is due in jan and I’m giving breastfeeding a go this time as she’s going to be our last 🥰🤍
I'm not a mom yet, but I'm so appreciative that you're not sugar coating how hard it is to breastfeed. You're doing the most amazing thing by the way you are handling how tough it is! Im proud of you and i love you!!
Breastfeeding is something that is meant to come so naturally! But it is indeed super hard and can really be mentally draining. You are amazing mama, so proud of you! You are doing wonderful and pushing through 🤍✨
Wow really wish I had this to watch when I was starting my breastfeeding with my son. I gave up after 3 weeks as it was so so hard and I had no support at all. I hope other women can watch this and know how amazing they are. Well done and thank you xx
I can relate to this so much, I recently gave birth too, on day 2 baby was wanting to feed constantly (I think it’s called cluster feeding) and I just sat in bed feeding him crying my eyes out, my nipples were so so sore and I was exhausted, I felt so guilty crying because he’s an absolute miracle and I adore him! He actually continued to cluster feed for a few weeks, I really wanted to give up breastfeedin but the midwives made me feel guilty for wanting to change to formula. I stuck at it for 5 weeks, then due to my own health issues I was prescribed medication that I couldn’t breastfeed on, so I was kind of forced to change to formula, and for me personally formula has been so much more enjoyable. I think it’s such a personal choice, breastfeeding and formula fed are both great. Don’t let midwives and health visitors pressure you, just do what works best for you and baby ❤️😘xxx
This is such a honest reality of breastfeeding. I’m 7 months into my breastfeeding journey and can feel every emotion in this especially In the first days etc, I’ve got very fast letdown and didn’t realise that was a thing but it definitely does get easier! So difficult when you don’t always get all the support.❤️
I don't think I've ever related more to a video than this one. I really struggled mentally and physically through my own breastfeeding journey and watching this made me feel like I was right there with you.
What an incredible woman and mother you are, x
I’m 18 weeks into breastfeeding and it is so hard! We’ve got a cranial osteopath appointment but I feel like what you’re saying about foremilk and hindmilk is what our issue is! Thank you for being so honest! LY and keep you the good work mumma ♥️✨
I'm not mother myself but I have plenty of friends that have struggled with breastfeeding. They tell me how they feel like a failure but in my eyes they're amazing moms and I try my best to remind them of it. ❤️
I love how vulnerable and transparent you are! Keep doing you! Your a great mum ❤️
You’re so amazing, to show the raw parts of motherhood instead of pretending it’s perfect. We all appreciate you Imogen you’re so real , love you hope you’re doing okay xxx
This video helped me so much I don’t think you’ll ever know! My baby girl is 9 months old and my breastfeeding journey at the beginning was AWFUL. So so bad , the pain was unbelievable. No problems with latch or tongue tie etc. but just nipple pain and at one point mastitis! I just struggled so much but wanted to breastfeed so badly I was so determined to continue. When no one understood and everyone told me to give up I found your video. Your experience gave me the courage to keep going , I didn’t feel so alone through it and my God I am so grateful. She was exclusively BF for 5 months and then we started to wean. She is 9 months now and we continue alongside lots and lots of food lol thank you from the bottom of my heart after 6 weeks the pain went away and it was the most beautiful and easy thing in the world. Great things happen when mothers support mothers.
Currently 32 weeks pregnant and this video has been really helpful and an insight to how courageous and strong you can be as a women. Your doing amazing cxx
Omg my 12 week old son is just the same! I’m going through exactly what you are going through. I didn’t realise it’s my fast let down. Thank you for this video!!!! X
Seeing this has helped me so much I'm on baby number 3 and I got no support n had many complications with BF with my eldest son, bottle fed my 2nd and now I'm due next month with my first little princess and planning to BF and hearing this makes me feel a little less alone x I hope things get easier for u and renaelia xx
Cluster feeding is real and mum guilt 👏🏻👏🏻 that doesn't go away. You're doing amazing xx
You honestly have no idea how amazing you are, the purest soul ever. Renaelia is the luckiest little girl ever to have the parents she does ❤️
You are doing so well Imogen 💕 I had the opposite problem. I had no milk on one side and very little on the other, I think due to past puberty problems. So..I had no choice but to go to the bottle feeding journey xx Thank you for sharing your journey with us xx It really helps get information out there for people breastfeeding or intending on breastfeeding xx
I didn’t chose to breastfeed but I remember with my first born I was gushing milk like so so much my tops were drenched every half and hour for 6 whole weeks, I couldn’t even leave the house! and I don’t know how true it is but I remember my midwife saying it’s because I was just so so emotional and inlove with my son my body just had huge instinct to produce so much milk for him (again don’t know how true that is) I’ve watched you for years and seen how much love you have to give❤️ you should be so so proud of yourself and all the hard work and determination you have put into this I can’t imagine how hard this journey has been for you. Your an amazing mum xxx
Oh my goodness! Don’t ever ever question how strong you are! I don’t have children and don’t plan to for many years but this was such an insight into a realistic journey and part of motherhood! You are an amazing mother and person! ! Thankyou for sharing your vulnerable experience as breastfeeding isn’t spoken about enough! I am a woman and I may one day go through this process and it’s never taught in schools or anything so Thankyou firstly for that! You are feeding your child and giving her love and that’s all she needs! Any stresses or struggles or worries won’t matter in a few months and you will be onto the next thing so just pat your self on the back because you are doing unbelievable! Love you so much 🤍🤍🤍
She’s putting on weight babe because your foremilk still has calories, that’s why weight may not be an issue but the gassiness will be. I suggest you just feed her a little more upright, don’t pump, feed on one boob only at a time and don’t think too much about your letdown. I had the same too fast letdown issue, but as long as baby is tilted more upright and you try your best to burp her more often and midway during feed - hopefully her pain will ease. Colic however may last 3-4 months also it’s very common for babies to be gassy! So it’s not your fault! Bf is hard, because I remember having to wake up every hour sometimes… God it’s draining. But remember, it’s not going to last forever - you’re doing amazingly!
Also, have you heard of the haakaa or breastmilk collecting insert? Use them to collect the other sides milk and freeze it for times you are outside or emergency. BM is GOLD! Lots of love to you and I hope everything works out! 💓
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Can’t thank you enough for this video, honestly makes me feel so at ease! We all love you Imogen, I know that video was so long ago but it’s so reassuring for me !
You are doing amazing! Thank you so much for sharing your journey, I'm currently 8 months into EBF my first baby and it's so nice to see someone speak so honestly about their experience. It's one of the most challenging things I've been through but also one of the most rewarding! So proud of you xxx
2 years exclusively breastfeeding and still going. Youve got this mama. ❤
I think there is strength in crying and showing your emotions. You are such an empath and it’s beautiful, that’s why you are such a good mother !
I admire you for sticking at it! I literally had the exact journey as you, but I only stuck at it for 6 weeks and then transitioned to the bottle. Sadly bottle didn't make it any easier and I'm so gutted my breastfeeding journey is over. Her reflux is shocking at nearly 3 months and moving onto gaviscon now. People say it gets easier, so I'm holding onto that. You're doing a fab job x
Honestly the thought of breast-feeding scares the life out of me and this video was so so so needed, so helpful, so real, so truthful so thank you for showing the reality of breastfeeding but also how to persevere through. As you said fed is best but personally i really wanna be able to breastfeed so to see you push through has given me the confidence to be brave enough to do that too! Thank you so much for sharing this
You are doing amazing! You are a strong lady,our children make us stronger than we ever felt possible. My little boy would not latch on at all as a baby and became deprived of nutrients and went jaundice. I was desperate to just give him a bottle but felt too much pressure to breastfeed. It was all too much for my baby and me. Eventually my midwife said to give him a bottle. He took it straightaway and I felt such relief. He is 8 now and healthy and happy. Everyone's journey is different, and never be afraid of going on alternative paths on the journey xxx you are the best Mummy to your baby
I’m not a mum yet and I appreciate this video so much! I want to breastfeed when my time comes and I feel there isn’t a lot of info about breastfeeding it definitely should be more openly talked about!!! Thank you for sharing this Imogen this will help so many people 💕 xx
Thankyou so much for this video!!!! You keep saying “sorry this is a long story / oh I’m sure no one cares” but we love it & we do care!! You are a great story teller + it’s very informative. It’s very helpful & entertaining so pls don’t doubt yourself. So happy I found your channel ☺️
I am going to be a mom in two and a-bit months to twin boys and I want to say thank you so much for being real, honest and raw about your breast feeding journey! You are doing amazing, don’t forget that 😊💙
I’m 24 and not had kids yet but I love these videos educating us for first time mums! Bless you getting emotional, you have so much love for your little girl I know it’s hard but don’t beat yourself up about things 💗 keep it up you’re doing so well! X
You’ve got this! Breastfeeding is a constant journey and you’re being so strong for your little girl! 🤍
Imogen, my daughter is 11 and when she hurts or gets hurt, I cry my eyes out. I cant help it. Ive been that way since shes been born. I feel so bad when shes hurting, it kills me so of course I cant keep it together. I honestly dont think that will ever change lol My husband tells me I need to relax and not show her im upset because it makes it worse but I cant help myself. Like you said, seeing the love of your life be in pain or hurting, hurts you. Being a Mother is the hardest, most rewarding job we could ever have. You are doing an amazing job Imogen. Spencer too. So much love to yous from Canada. xx
Also, I should of said this first but have you ever thought of taking her to a chiropracter? They can do wonders for your child with whatever the issue is. My daughter was constipated and hated being on her back. The chiro did something ( never hurt her) she slept the whole time and within 5 minutes my daughter had a blow out lol that night she slept on her back the whole night. Just a thought. ❤️
Imogen, I just want to say seeing you grow from a young adult to a gorgeous amazing mum is just the best! Even thought I won’t be having children soon, these videos are so helpful to give insight on birth and motherhood so thank you so much ! And you are doing amazing!!!🙏🏼❤️
You’ve done so amazing, I had exactly the same with my eldest, plus he wouldn’t latch at first so I expressed for 3 weeks, so that plus having a fast letdown and oversupply was a nightmare! I’ve had 2 more children since, and it’s been so much better each time. My supply has thankfully settled so much quicker. X
I had fast let down as well and my daughter had reflux and Colic. I so understand what you have been going through and all the worry and tears. Hang in there Mama. You are doing amazingly.
This video is coming at the perfect time! I’m 37 weeks and breastfeeding is constantly on my mind.
I just want to say thank you so much for this video! I'm a mom to a severely disabled infant who is tube fed and has struggled with colic and reflux amongst many other issues. But I appreciate you sharing your journey. Lots of love and well wishes ❤
Well done Imogen. I’m due my third in 4 weeks and hoping to exclusively breastfed.
My twins I only fed for 6 weeks.
They both had colic badly and silent tlreflux and one of them had a milk allergy, he would have a bottle mouthing it for like 2 hours as he was in discomfort, but until he has milk free formula he was such a fussy baby as so uncomfortable, even now I feel bad about it, but I just couldn’t feed 2 of them anymore after 6 weeks, it was too hard.
I had to sleep them on their fronts as they wouldn’t sleep on their backs, also they would bring up a whole feed regularly (premature babies can have reflux more commonly as they have feeding tubes when born so their throats cant close fully whilst they are in) also burping a few times during feeds helped as then there wasn’t milk on top of air as when they’d bring it up the milk would come too.
Also after a feed I’d keep them sat up for 20 mins afterwards, as I had two I couldn’t hold them both all the time so had to use rockers that sat upright a lot. Infacol didn’t work for me and made them worse( It can with some babies ) I tried a special tea, gripe water, everything. Also I used dalivit drops for my two.
Just do your best. Reflux can be hard, some babies have to be upright most of the time etc, my mums a health visitor so was so helpful with my boys.
I hope things are getting better with feeding.
This video was very brave and honest. Your doing amazing! As mums we always feel quilty about something so don’t worry there. My two are 6 and I get it often. Keep doing what your doing as your doing great!
Just a quick one, have you tried baby massage? Some techniques can help with discomfort for babies belly’s
Thank you for this because I had no idea about any of this. You are helping us all💙
Renelia is the luckiest girl alive to have you as her mum xxxx
Cabbage leaves on the breast apparently works for engorgement. It has been used for years. Hospitals here have fridges in which to keep cabbage leaves. I haven't used it but others claim that it works.
You're doing AMAZING Imogen! You should be so proud of yourself angel ❤️ I'm sending all my love and support to you and baby girl!!!!
Oh bless you! Only half way through and I would just like to say what an amazing person you are!! Best wishes in your journey of motherhood X
Your such a strong women and you’ve got such supportive people around you were proud of you angel 🌸
You’re doing so well babe! Don’t feel silly or stupid for crying, you’re doing something so tough but so rewarding!! Babygirl is gorgeous and so are you!!❤️
I'm not a breastfeeding mum but when I was in hospital with my little boy I know people struggle and I have emphasize with one who keeps at it your doing a amazing job your doing the best you can as a mum and I know mum guilt is the worst.
Your doing a great job. I am now on my 3rd breastfeeding journey and they are all so different but its so rewarding. In my family we call it "the big greet" (scottish for cry) when your milk comes in and you cry all day. But when you expect it you don't feel so bad. X
I love this video! Straight to the point and always honest
My biggest advice is don’t feel guilty for weaning when you are ready. Of course try your best but weaning at 6 months or a year doesn’t make you a bad mum. I am breastfeeding still at 2.5 years (finally once at night only) and it honestly made me so exhausted and ill to the point i was nearly fainting whilst she was awake i fell back onto the sofa luckily with her in my arms! It is a big regret of mine not stopping at 1year. Look after mummy so baby is happy. You’re doing amazing ❤️
Hi im iv had 3 kids never struggled but only did 2-4 weeks with all 3 and dried up and i never new any of this information of front n back milk so what i wanted to say is its a great information video xx
Youre doing so amazing imogen. Parenting/breastfeeding is difficult. We all go through tough times. Youll get there darling. Youre doing the best you can. 💜
I didn’t breastfeed however this sounds like what I had, for 4 weeks! The pain was unbearable my milk was gushing out (I wasn’t even breastfeeding) my boobs was like rocks and I’ve had a lot of complications since I ended up getting infections and now I’ve had lump all over my boobs and my son is nearly 1 I’ve had to have scans and these lumps are all due to the milk its crazy because I thought it only happened to people who breast fed but I used to wake up 2,3,4 in the morning crying in so much pain they felt like they was on fire & it was horrendous pain!!
I don’t have a baby and I’m about 10 years off but I’m obsessed with watching you grow as a mum so I can prep for my future x
I remember those day 5/6 cluster feeds and I was like wow I can’t do this. But I did. We battled crazy reflux, 100 times a day he would be sick but luckily it didn’t really bother him! We visited a craniosacral osteopath too and had so many tests and I do think it was my fast let down that caused half the problems! We did 6 months EBF and combi fed until 9 months! Looking back it seems a world away, but at the time it consumes you ❤️❤️ your doing so well! Motherhood is hard, it’s the emotions and everything that comes with it xxx
Wow😭 this is the first time I've commented on one of your videos and I've followed you for a while! I just feel I have to comment on this one and say it really hit me and I feel your guilt every time you cried, I cried! I have a little girl who is now 8 weeks old and I have most definitely had the same feelings your feeling and its so hard to keep up with yourself.... everyone has this expectation that breastfeeding is all rainbows and happiness and there is so much more! Thank you so much for this video 🥰 You are not alone and you are doing amazing and you look fabulous 💪💓 well done mummy keep going you got this😘
Don’t be so hard on yourself.. you are doing your best & that’s all she needs from you, is your best! You are still learning☺️ You’ll get through this!! It’s a journey. You & Spencer are her rocks as much as she is yours! So please just stay positive🤞🏼 You can do this mama❤️
Ur doing fab lady!! I’m feeding my 6 week old and my 22 month old!! It’s not easy…. We’re the same windy!! Keep going chic ur awesome
You are doing a great job! Your journey reminds me of mine with my first and it definitely does get easier. Sending you a hug!
I don’t even have a baby yet and I watched this whole video. You are doing so amazing and baby girl is so lucky to have you 🤍
Have you thought about donating some of your milk to a milk bank if you have spare? ❤ xx
I’m not a mum but honestly Imogen you are doing so well! Don’t try to justify how you feel! It is very important you take it easy don’t be to hard on yourself Imogen 💙 you are so brave! You are doing so well!
Hi you are doing amazing! My baby is 10 months and we had a journey just like you. I am still breastfeeding now you will get through it. They said he had colic and reflux and even prescribed the gaviscon just like you. It eventually all settled down on its own without anything. I could never feed him in any other position only sitting up which didn't help so you are doing great. I used to use the haacka to collect the milk and express a little when I was uncomfortable. If you express even 50mlz it really helps you be more comfortable instead of pumping all the milk out when the baby is sleeping. Just some advice I never gave my baby a bottle at all until he was 5 months and started getting teeth. I tried to give him the bottle and he flat out refused. I tried for over a month and he wouldn't take it. I would give her a bottle of expressed milk before she's 2 months old just to get her used to taking the bottle. Only if you want to give her bottles in the future! My boy is 10 months and still won't take a bottle I've given up on that one now 😂 your doing great! Well done for getting this far its a hard journey but a rewarding special one!
Breastfeeding is so so hard! I’m 4 and a half weeks into my journey and it has been anything but smooth sailing. Things started getting abit easier but I’ve now got mastitis and it’s nasty! I can’t wait to get back on track hopefully 😣🤞🏻
Aww bless you Imogen when you broke down crying part way through I just wanted to give you a big hug, youre doing great and youre doing all the right things by asking her mums and experts for their advice. I hope the probiotics work for the silent reflux, you are amazing and keep telling yourself that😃
I could only breast feed mine for 6 weeks all 4 were greedy munchkins and I just couldnt produce enough milk so I did bottle and breast fortunately with no issues. All babies are different I remember my 2nd use to clamp down and Id shoot through the roof, the whole feeding process made my breasts sore and chapped and I couldnt take the pain any longer hence I said to my then husband go get me botles, a sterlisier etc, I dont know if he got advice but he came back with all the right stuff lol. Big hugs and lots of love xx
You are doing an amazing job Imogen. I have a tongue tie 2 btw and still got it and doesn't affect me at all. Love you ❤️ xxxxxx
You are doing really well. Stay strong. You get up and down days but you will get through it 💯 %.
I breast fed my 2nd son, I'd got to 13months, I'm hoping to breast feed my baby girl next month when she's here. I could not do my 1st son he would not latch and I did feel guilty that it just wouldn't happen.
My first baby had really awful colic and silent reflux. She was in so much pain right up until I decided to put her on solids early.I kid you not 3 weeks on sold foods at 4 months old she was like a different baby! Her pain just disappeared. I know every baby is different but wow what a change in her by putting her on puréed foods. My second baby who is 5 months now has reflux and we have her on infant gaviscon but we only give her the gaviscon with her night time bottles and it really does help. She has started teething now though and is in a lot of pain with her little gums. poor babies grow so quickly that their little bodies go through so much xx
So Honest brings back memories of a really hard time x good luck it gets easier by 7 /8
Dont be hard on yourself as Mothers we feel every bit of the pain our children suffer. Also i have a 3 yr old daughter and i have had "Mom Guilt" from day 1. If its not over one thing its another. As mothers we love our children so much we always want everything to be perfect for them. Go easy on yourself, you are so relatable and not alone ❤
You are super woman !!! Amazing that you are sharing ur experience breast feeding! You are the best parents ever 🙌🏽❤️
I have breastfed 2 kids. It has been the most challenging but rewarding thing i ever did. It was so tough the first few wks with learning the latch, bleeding nipples, engorgment, mastitis, clogged ducts, milk blisters but we got thr. I learned i cant pump without getting clogged ducts and with both children it was tough for the first 3 weeks then we started to slowly get the hang of it and learn things with the help of wonder weeks app tellling me when growth spurts were about to happen.
We got told with our 1st kid colic then reflux. They seem to be the go tos when u have an upset baby. Our son had an ectopic kidney that was putting pressure on his bladder causing pain but it was 6 months of fighting to get a scan on his tummy for a diagnosis that proved it wasnt reflux or colic. For a fast flow lay on your back feed her tummy to tummy or express (pump) a little milk first if its the initial latch were shes struggling, thinks will adjust and calm down. I made the mistake of expressing between feeds and had over supply with 1st child. Its a huge learning curve and your doing amazing. Both mine slept on us. Do whatever u need to do to get the most sleep as you all need the sleep. This sounds silly and drs didnt believe it at first but gripe water before every feed helped my son immensely but they can't have it until thr over a month old i dont think. My midwife advised it at 3wks as she said he was in so much pain and none of the things we had tried or been prescribed worked so she said just try it. It only worked if he had it before every feed though. You can get nipple shells to catch the milk on the other side while you feed. I used them as i was soaking with milk alot. Dangle feed for blocked ducts. Lay baby on her back on the bed and feed over the top of her so your boob is dangling and your on all fours. Sounds silly but that's the only thing that helped me.
I think you're such a natural mother, it's so amazing to see you blossoming in motherhood ❤ side note, I've always called my daughter baby girl too, she's 5 now and I call her baby girl more than her actual name 😂🥰
We love you Imogen you are an amazing mother! Keep going my love! You and Spencer are doing great 🤍
Try pumping for 2 to 3 minutes before you feed her. Helps that first rush of milk .
Thank you for sharing your story, you are an amazing parent and helping others. Maybe you could try a reflux pillow for babies to put in the cot or under its mattress to help your baby sleep better (I'm not parent so I don't know but I have seen these pillows on Amazon)
Doing amazing baby girl ❤️ proud of you and Renaelia is so lucky!
am i the only one that thinks imogen really looks like emma chamberlain in this?! especially 12:22 lol ly xxxx
Your amazing. And please remember your doing an amazing job. Keep doing exactly what your doing. We love you 💜
i'm 7 weeks postpartum been exclusively breastfeeding for 7 weeks also. I also have a fast letdown and oversupply. My lactation specialists in my case said that i apparently oversupply in the hind milk cause i guess thats possible. i also tried to regulate my supply so i constantly wasnt gushing but i couldnt so i have to pump and breastfeed cause thats the only way i dont soak through clothes
you are doing amazing angel 💗 i love to see real honest videos like this, i personally didn't breastfeed my boys but well done you for sticking at it your doing so good 😊
Just a question!!… yano if you have a heavy flow, could you not pump and then it goes in a bottle so that the baby still gets the breast milk that you want but it’s slower to give to her because it’s in a bottle?? Then she’s not in pain?
You're doing amazing you trulybare xx
have you looked in to catching your let down in a babys bottle and freezing? my let down was exactly how your describing you. and catching it was the only thing that helped me. you can actually but a silicone bottle for it worked wonders for me xx
💋You are truly Amazing mama! You both are terrific parents and people! Btw you look absolutely beautiful. Continued Blessings and Support. ~Love&Light♥️Carli
So interesting to hear your journey you're doing so well not a let down etc anything you may be feeling my mum couldn't breast feed I just appreciate she loved and cared for me brought me up best she could 👏😄💖
No one tells you how hard breastfeeding is. All they really mention is labour, labour and more labour lol. I struggled with it with my first born. I remember I was mourning the loss of my mum and was working sooooo hard with breastfeeding him. Got through it… then managed to have my second the following year and breastfed both for 5 months. It does get easier.
My baby girl is 3 weeks old and honestly this is me right now! I can relate 10000%.
It’s the hardest yet most rewarding thing in the world.
Your doing amazing xxx
Omg how many problems can a mum experience if she wants to breastfeed . For me, my milk didn’t come out from the beginning and my baby was not latching properly she takes only the nipple without the areola and apparently I have an extremely sensitive nipple nerves that gives me shooting pain in my back, shoulders and neck when she’s feeding. However, I’m still fighting breastfeeding and I hope I’ll keep doing it until she’s 2 years.
I had all this with my last baby it's hard work but keep at it mama your doing an amazing job 🙏😊
You should be so proud !! You’ll be look back at this video when baby girl is older thinking yes I did that 🥰🥺💜
My daughter was like this was awful it lasted till she was 7 and 1/2 months old only when she started sitting up and moving around it started to get better x
Don't cry you are doing a brilliant job xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
I love your baby journey as I'm on it myself at the same stages but I bottle feed. Has you gp considered the pain Renailia has been in could be down to something non related to your breast. My little prince had exactly the same pain and green poos and agony when laying down and screaming in pain when burping right up until 9 weeks the only thing that soothed him was bouncing him upright bless his heart. The gp also suggested infacol ect, I must of been at the doctors 15 times! Baby prince does have kidney problems since pregnancy and has been in antibiotics b from 2 weeks old. Any way, the baby boy has been on aptamil peptil from the GP and is like a different baby prince now it's amazing. It's taking 2 weeks to see the change but turns out he's lactose intolerant. Me and dad aren't lactose intolerant but the antibiotics have caused it for him 😟 keep smashing it immo 💕 she's a lucky girl to have you and her dad x
Imogen wow you should be so incredibly proud of yourself. What a beautiful mum you are, and your clearly going above and beyond. I’ve been there I know it can all feel like hell, my little girl is 2 and 1/2 now, the mum guilt is so continuous trust me! My latest thing is how to get her to stop breastfeeding, I never thought that 2 years ago when I was struggling so bad. Wishing you all the best x
Well done mama! You’re doing amazing! This video has really helped me to feel better with the struggles we’ve been having on our bf journey too! My little boy has terrible reflux and throws up most feeds but luckily is keeping and putting his weight on nicely 😣 🥰
You’re doing amazing 💛
we all love you so much imogen and we are all so so proud of you
Love you, spence and baby girl
Been looking forward to this real and raw video! My third baby girl is due in jan and I’m giving breastfeeding a go this time as she’s going to be our last 🥰🤍