Since we brought Collin home, because of wonderful Mommas that have donated and literally sacrificed their time and energy by pumping, we have been able to keep Collin exclusively on breast milk. It has been a tremendous blessing because this little guy needed the best start possible. I could get on a soapbox and talk about how wonderful breast milk is to babies (and please understand I know personally what it is like to not be able to produce enough for the needs of my child) but what it comes down to is this: we made a goal to try to go to 6 months of age with breast milk. We are getting low, and I am worried about making it to this goal. I know there are formulas out there, but because of the drug exposure Collin experienced, I am constantly worried about his development. I know breast milk cannot make up for drugs he had going through his body, but I know the powers too that breast milk (antibodies, easily digested, DHA and ARA in its natural forms, etc.) So if any of you know someone or personally have extra milk that you would be willing to donate, we would be so appreciative. If you do, could you e-mail us at
littleforeverfamily@gmail .com? Again, kudos to all of you who have donated, but we are trying to keep up on the milk!!!! Thank-you everyone!!!
Hey! I have been wondering how you are doing on this, but you hadn't stopped by and so I figured your freezer must be full. I will get you some soon! Give me a couple days...
ReplyDeleteHi, I just wanted to comment to let you know who I am. I found your blog from reading other heart babies blogs. I have an eight month old daughter who was born with HLHS as well as coartation of the aortic arch, and a few other non related conditions. We are from Boise, Id so we have spent plenty of time in primary's as well. I just wanted to let you know that even though I don't know you, you are so inspiring and strong. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
ReplyDeleteI came across your blog from reading other heart babies blogs. You don't know me and in reality we will probably never meet, but I wanted to let you know that I think it is amazing that you are willing to give your son someone else's breastmilk. There is no substitution for breastmilk. I wish I lived near because I would definitly help you out, but we are in Texas and I don't think you are. I have offered my extra breastmilk to people before and they seem completly offended. Your little guy is lucky to have mom and dad that are so willing to do anything for him and help him with the best possible start in life.
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