Making a Plan

Childbirth is one of those things that you can plan for, take classes about, talk over with your friends and prepare for but in the end, nothing may go as planned. Breastfeeding can also be this way and in fact, some parents tell me they are preparing for pain and difficulty in the beginning (it shouldn't be painful!). Does this mean you shouldn't prepare? Absolutely not. A breastfeeding plan, like a birth plan can help to make your wishes known to the staff at a time when you may be tired and overwhelmed. A colleague sent this one  and the  information is simple and straightforward. Just to recap: you can plan, prepare and pack a cute bag, but things may change in the moment, particularly if you or your baby need special care.