Cheers to supportive partners, DH. SO. etc.

It's my birthday - I'm 36. I really thought I'd still be nursing. I'm not because of a clog that persisted enough to threaten surgery (very rare/stupid). I still blame myself everyday. I haven't nursed in 3 weeks. My DH has caught me crying a few times over it. I don't want to be a drama queen, but I'll always question whether I let some surgeon scare me into weaning. Either way...sometimes I don't think DH understands why it was/is so emotional for me and why there is such guilt attached...especially since my original goal was 6 weeks! Then tonight I come to bed to find a card on my pillow that says "To Mommy" on the front and inside:

"Mom, you have made our first 10 1/2 months so great! We love you for many reasons, but mostly for your boobs and your relentless effort to make sure we had them and only them for 7 1/2 months. We know that you didn't want to stop so you took another 2 months to do that against the advice of your Dr. Even though they are smaller we can still see them and we will always look at them with fondness for what they gave us. Oh and your arms, smiles, voice, hugs and kisses are great too, but we'll always love your boobs the most."

Let's hear it for supportive people in our lives as we BF our babies!

 

That is just about the sweetest thing I've ever heard!! You are so lucky to have a DH like that.

 

What a great dh you have!!! I suggest going and getting some sexy gear maybe as a reward...for both of you :winking0009:

 

How sweet!!! I had to read it out loud to my DH. Not something he would ever think to do, but he is still super supportive of bf-ing. Tell your DH how wonderful that was and how creative. I am amazed.

 

That is so sweet! It brought little tears to my eyes I hope my kids appreciate my boobies that much too, I know my dh does!

 

How cute and great is your DH! That is awesome! I don't think my DH would ever think to thank me for the time I've put into pumping for my girls. I sure wish he realized how great it is like your DH! You've got a keeper there!

 

Thats adorable!! Sounds like you have a great husband!!

And HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

(Leos rule!! )

 

:birthday: and Congratulations on having a very sweet, and insightful husband. You need the support after all that you have gone through. You are a hero to us for pushing through so much.

:bow2:
Your little ones are very lucky too, but it sounds like they already know that!


Have a great birthday weekend!

 

OMG, I just got tears in my eyes! I love that! You have got yourself one caring, sensitive, thoughtful DH!
Happy Birthday!

 

:birthday: That brought tears to my eyes. What a thoughtful and loving thing for him to do. You did a great job and it's great that your DH feels that way, too. :winking0009:

 

Aww, very cute!

And Happy, Happy Birthday!!

 

Happy birthday, Liesel! And WOW, your DH is amazing. :bow2: And everything he wrote is absolutely true. You fought tooth and nail to keep nursing - and in the end you were wise enough to realize that your family needs a healthy mom more than anything else.

 

Happy Birthday! What a thoughtful gift of showing his appreciation (and the babies') for all you've done for your family!!!! Your DH is so sweet.
I had my husband read your post and he thought it was so nice, too (once he got over the fact that DH does not stand for designated hitter).
Hope you had a great birthday weekend. ~Erin

 

OMG ... I just teared up reading this post. My husband is supportive enough but totally doesn't get why I am so sad the girls are weaning ... he is like, they are a year, isn't it about time?? ARGH!

I think both of us just need to realize that it is OK and there will always be moments that will make up for the "lost" ones you will not have now that the girls are weaned ... does that make sense?

I think you did the best thing for your babies and yourself. Go forward without regrets because you went through a lot of pain and questioning of yourself (which is also pain when it comes to mothering) and that alone says how much you love your girls!

Plus, your husband is cute (I've been to your blog) AND has a great sense of humor ... what a catch! =-)

 

I had my husband read your post and he thought it was so nice, too (once he got over the fact that DH does not stand for designated hitter).


so funny .... :rotflmbo:

 

that was SOOO SWEEET *tear* you have a wonderful DH!
happy birthday

 

Thanks for the birthday wishes and the encouragement and the kind words. You ladies are the best. Yes, DH is awesome. I got lucky for sure when I snagged him!

 

:wub: That is sweet!!

 

You've got lots to feel great about (namely having done a great job nursing your babies and you have a wonderful husband)!

 

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How sweet!!! I had to read it out loud to my DH. Not something he would ever think to do, but he is still super supportive of bf-ing. Tell your DH how wonderful that was and how creative.


Me too! That was so lovely it bought tears to my eyes.

Happy birthday

 

So sweet- I sent it to my dh, he thought it was very cute too! It's nice to be recognized for all the hardwork!