This is what breastfeeding *really* looks like
Motherly mamas share their reality.
Breastfeeding mamas are pretty powerful. But it's not often that we see the reality of what it truly takes portrayed in the media. We don't see the late night nursing sessions. The woman strapped to her pump at work in the women's restroom. The stay-at-home mom nursing twins while also trying to keep her toddler entertained and happy.
In celebration of National Breastfeeding Awareness Month, #TeamMotherly submitted some real-life images to show their truth. And we wanted to share them here with you.
(But remember: however you decide to feed your baby—formula, breastfeed, combo—you're incredible, mama!)
Nursing in the hospital for the first time
Valerie Robichau
An at-work pumping session
Tamar (Raviv) Reiner
An emotional first-time nursing session
Mariana Nathal
Breastfeeding on a bed
Valerie Robichau
On the go
Jessica Martinez
Late at night
To twins
Kristen Harms
As they fall asleep
Jessica Martinez
Or as they're drowsy
Justine Bowser
To provide comfort
Valerie Robichau
And joy
Bronte Cummings