Bridget Manley
Bridget Manley
Laura - "I Was Open To Feeding Him However He Needed To Be Fed. I Didn't Have Any Guilt; For Me It Wasn't An Issue"
Laura - "I Was Open To Feeding Him However He Needed To Be Fed. I Didn't Have Any Guilt; For Me It Wasn't An Issue"
Laura - "I Was Open To Feeding Him However He Needed To Be Fed. I Didn't Have Any Guilt; For Me It Wasn't An Issue"
Tuesday 12th September 2017
Join Bridget Manley on 'Birds In A Tree' as Laura shares her journey through tough childbirth and early parenting challenges.
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Bridget Manley
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
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I wish that, like during the breastfeeding classes, I just wish that somebody would have been straight with me and I wish that they would have said: like, like everything that you imagined, and it is really wonderful, but it's really hard and sometimes it doesn't work like I just wish, because they were all like, oh no, here are all of the benefits and there are no cons whatsoever, you know.
Parenting can be a rollercoaster, and Laura's story on 'Birds In A Tree' is a testament to that. Hosted by Bridget Manley, this episode dives into Laura's experiences as a new mom, navigating the unpredictable terrain of childbirth and early parenthood. Laura and her husband initially hesitated about having children, but once they decided to take the plunge, they were met with unexpected challenges. A grueling labor and delivery tested their resilience, but Laura's story doesn't end there.
She also shares her early struggles with breastfeeding and the eventual decision to switch to formula—a choice she made without guilt. Laura’s candid reflections offer a refreshing perspective on the mantra 'fed is best'. Her honesty about the highs and lows of parenting provides comfort and solidarity to other parents facing similar hurdles. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that parenting isn't about perfection; it's about love, adaptability, and finding joy in the journey.