Breastfeeding: The Security Blanket
September 8, 2009 by Angela White, J.D., breastfeeding counselor
Filed under advantages of breastfeeding, mothering
My family just moved from a rental home to a new home we purchased one town away. Out of all my family members, I would say my 13-month-old has handled the move the best. Not only has she survived, she has thrived. She is excited about all the new places to explore and she thinks we’re on a grand adventure.
I believe that breastfeeding allows her the ability to thrive in this new environment because breastfeeding (and the closeness with me) is a constant. She knows that she is free to explore but she can always come back to the security …read more
