Breastfeeding Journey

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I wasn’t able to breastfed my first-born, just because she was introduced to formula milk right after she was born, I don’t know why but the hospital gave it to her without our consent, which made me and my daughter didn’t put so much effort on the breastfeeding journey. She’s not a fan of being breastfed.

Until I got preggy with my son, which made me consider of exclusively breastfeeding him maybe up until 6mos old or more. Not only that it is healthy and good for the baby, but also, we can save a lot of money from formula milk. I had invensted on this bf journey, I bought an electric pump, nursing pillow, lactating goods and vitamins, nursing cover, etc.

I had encountered challenges like, I felt I’m not producing or pumping enough milk, that even when I squeezed my boobies, there’s no milk coming out from it anymore. Then, my son got this skin allergy that we don’t even know what caused it, which I thought it’s from my milk, that he’s allergic to it, only to found out that it’s from the water that we’re using to wash him. I also think I’m having PPD(Post-Partum Depression). There’s so many instances that I almost gave up on breastfeeding but something inside me pushes to keep going. I’m proud to say that i’ve overcome those challenges. I’m contected with my milk production though I’m still working on it. We’ll never know, I might have a massive milk stash soon. :)

Parenting Chronicles

Let me start this with informing y'all that I'm a mother of 2, a 4yo pre-schooler and an unborn baby. Lol. I'm still waiting for my "bunso" to come out. I'm on my 37th week so yea, just counting the days till i meet my little one. 

Parenting was never easy. I was reading a lot of post about parenting. Yes they are informative however, I must say that parenting will always vary from case to case. Not every suggestion or observation would be applicable to every kid. In my take, as long as you show love more than any other emotion is enough to become a better parent. 

I'm guilty of being a disciplinarian-mom. I would say no most of the times. It just that i can't bear to have a spoiled-brat kid. We are living with my parents so yea, Grandma and Grandpa are already giving her everything so I must sacrifice and be the antagonist. In my end, as long as I'm giving her genuine love and support, I know I will be a better mom. 

Let's not give a damn what society will say about our parenting. We know what's best for our children. Let's stop comparing and just focus on our own families. Hoping that time will come and all of the parents out there will claim that they've become the parents they want them to be. 

Hi hiatuuuus!

                   ~Aly says Hi!" 

Oh my god! Its been like forever since i posted something here 😭 Im sorry ILBS for taking you for granted it just motherhood is so way different from my life before. 

Im managing my time for my family, my husband and my friends and the household chores and for being the family driver and the need to hit the gym and many many mooooore! 

My whole being was soooo tired from all of THESE! but i must say, i enjoy being so much preoccupied. Less drama and more sleep! 

So maybe when i got the time again ill post something about our trip to WestNuk Beach Resort in Bataan. 

Degree holder and Soon to be MOMEHHH!

(3rd Month)

(5th month ultrasound picture)

Look how time flies so fast.. Even on my tummy :p 

My due is on June 2 but i will try to give birth at around 3rd to 4th week of May, because i want to. :) jk. I just want her to be a summer baby. And it will be less than a month! ;)

My daughter name will be Aly Skylar Cassandra C. Marcelo. Aint it pretty? :) Aly comes from the name of my bestfriend, skylar comes from Skylar Grey, her father simply wants that name, and Cassandra comes from me just because i simply want that name also. Pretty long eh ~ 

The last time that i had my ultrasound was 3months ago and that's my 5th month bearing Aly, and unfortunately she was on breech position, she had a span of 2 months to turn and be in cephalic position for normal delivery. 

I ask God if he can help my little angel to turn and he grant my wish yesterday! I had my ultrasound again and the sonologist found that she's now on cephalic position! I just hope my little one wont be hard-headed just like her father so she will not swim around again. 

Just a little more weeks to develop and my little Aly will soon be ready to see the world! I love you so much baby girl. We're all so excited to see you 💕

April 18,2015. Together with my pregnancy, i finally finished my bachelors degree at Lyceum of the Philippines University-Manila. Couldnt ask for more, i had so much blessings this year to think that it is only mid-year of 2015. Cant wait for the other blessings to come. Thank God for everything!