I found it excruciatingly painful to breastfeed my baby even though three lactation consultants told me I was doing everything right and my baby was latching on correctly. After a few weeks of crying more than my infant, I finally switched to formula. But now I'm consumed with guilt. Everywhere I look, even on formula packages, breastfeeding is touted as best. How can I make peace with my decision?

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I was once in your shoes. I felt totally guilty that I could not provide what was the "best" according to other mummies. But then I realized that I would rather be happy and enjoy the moment with my son rather than get frustrated and emotional during and after each feeding because it was a constant struggle. I switched to formula, felt happier and never once regretted my decision.

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Home Breastfeeding i found it excruciatingly painful to breastfeed my baby even though three lactation consultants told me i was doing everything right and my baby was latching on correctly after a few weeks of crying more than my infant i finally switched to formula but now im consumed with guilt everywhere i look even on formula packages breastfeeding is touted as best how can i make peace with my decision