Topic: Me!
Like most, I firmly believe in some stuff, but I try not to push it on people. That's just me - trying to stay away from confrontation. BUT, since Cale's birth, I'll easily and quickly get on my soap box in regards to breastfeeding.
I did not get to bf Cale. It breaks my heart, but when I got pregnant with Pruitt, I was DETERMINED, I don't even think that word puts it in perspective, but I was going to bf him, not pump for almost a year like I had to with Cale.
While at Chili's, they were doing their St. Jude's fundraiser and I saw them all wearing their red bracelets. Then I remembered the bracelet fad got started with Lance Armstrong. I wanted one too. . .but I wanted it to be something that I don't only care about, I want to be passionate about it.
Then one day, I was browsing around The Baby Wearer and ran across a link to Cause Keepers. Not only do they have a plethora of items, but they have one that is dear to my heart. That was my lightbulb moment!!
Lansinoh has teamed up with the La Leche League and developed a Breastfeeding Protection Initiative. For $5 you can order a bracelet that reads ENCOURAGE, SUPPORT, PROTECT BREASTFEEDING. I ordered it without hesitation and proudly wear it everyday. It actually serves a dual purpose. It states what I am so incredibly advocating and also as a reminder as to which side to nurse on next ;)
So I encourage you, if you've ever breastfed, if you are breastfeeding or if you feel as passionately about it as I do, order one. Order one for your mom, your sister, your best friend. I'm super proud of mine. :)
