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Disclosure: I am a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided me with complimentary tickets to Feld shows. Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine.

Grab your Mickey ears and get ready for Disney on Ice! Your Favorite Disney Characters Much-Anticipated Return to Sacramento! Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate Features Fourteen Classic and Modern Disney Stories In One Epic Production at the Sacramento Golden 1 Center. Pre-sale Tickets are available now!

The celebration of the century comes alive in Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate! This monumental ice-skating spectacular visits Sacramento this Fall playing the Golden 1 Center from October 28–31, 2021.

Disney On Ice Preferred Customers can purchase advance tickets starting today to get the best seats available before tickets go on-sale to the general public on August 24^th. Fans can still sign up to become a Disney On Ice Preferred Customer and get exclusive access to the pre-sale offer code.

Audiences will be a part of the magic of Disney as Mouse-ter of Ceremonies Mickey Mouse leads a parade of more than 50 beloved characters starring Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and featuring an ensemble of Disney Princesses including Cinderella, Rapunzel, Ariel, Snow White and Tiana. The wintry wonderland of Disney’s Frozen also comes to life with Anna, Elsa, and the hilarious Olaf, as they discover that true love is the greatest magic of all. Exciting moments from Disney•Pixar’s Finding Dory, Disney’s Aladdin and Beauty and the Beast will leave the whole family with memories to last a lifetime.

The legacy of Disney is displayed through 14 classic and modern stories in this epic production that features an international team of award-winning figure skaters, high-energy choreography and a breathtaking set. With over 30 melodious masterpieces such as “Let It Go!,” “You’ve Got A Friend in Me” and “Hakuna Matata,” Disney On Ice Let’s Celebrate is the ultimate Disney fan experience. Families will join the fun in an exciting opening number that salutes Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse as the original hosts of Disney On Ice in an unforgettable experience in your hometown!

While delivering the same magical experiences guests expect from Disney On Ice, Feld Entertainment is continuing Guest Wellness Enhancements to help keep families safe at its live events. Feld Entertainment is working closely with venue partners to establish and follow COVID-19 health and safety standards in accordance with all federal, state and local guidelines. Full details on Feld Entertainment Guest Wellness Enhancements can be found here.

Please monitor the venue website at Golden 1 Center Health & Safety for health and safety policies, including face covering and entry requirements, which are subject to change.

Guests looking to purchase Disney On Ice souvenirs will find the process easier than ever thanks to a new contactless shopping experience with touch-free payment and digital purchasing options. Guests can pre-order items prior to arriving at the venue. Once ordered, guests can pick up their purchases at a convenient, contactless pickup station during the show. Additional information can be found here.

WHEN:

Thursday, October 28 - 7:00 PM

Friday, October 29 - 7:00 PM

Saturday, October 30 - 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Sunday, October 31 - 11:00 AM & 3:00 PM

WHERE:

Golden 1 Center – 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA 95814

TICKETS:

Family friendly ticket pricing available – tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com or in-person at the venue box office.

*Ticket pricing is subject to change based on market demand.

For specific local Sacramento event information please visit here.

Disney On Ice is celebrating it’s 40th Anniversary of bringing joy to families around the world,

check out this magical 40 Years video. For more info about Disney On Ice, follow Disney On Ice social media channels: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. Subscribe to the Disney On Ice YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/DisneyOnIce

About Feld Entertainment

Feld Entertainment^® is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live family entertainment experiences that bring people together and uplift the human spirit. Properties include Monster Jam^®, Monster Energy Supercross, Disney On Ice, Disney Live!, Marvel Universe LIVE!, Sesame Street Live!, DreamWorks Trolls The Experience and Jurassic World Live Tour. Across the brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 75 countries and on six continents. Visit feldentertainment.com for more information.

Wednesday, August 18, 2021
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Disney on Ice Presents Let's Celebrate | Sacramento, CA Golden 1 Center

Please monitor the venue website at Golden 1 Center Health & Safety for health and safety policies, including face covering and entry requirements, which are subject to change.

WHEN:

Thursday, October 28 - 7:00 PM

Friday, October 29 - 7:00 PM

Saturday, October 30 - 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Sunday, October 31 - 11:00 AM & 3:00 PM

WHERE:

Golden 1 Center – 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA 95814

TICKETS:

Family friendly ticket pricing available – tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com or in-person at the venue box office.

*Ticket pricing is subject to change based on market demand.

For specific local Sacramento event information please visit here.

Disney On Ice is celebrating it’s 40th Anniversary of bringing joy to families around the world,

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You are invited to attend the Sacramento County EDUCATION IMPACT TOWN HALL Presented by the Community Impact 4 Sphere Initiative

When: Thursday, August 26th 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Where: The Center at 6331 Watt Ave. North Highlands, CA 95660

Website: EDUCATIONIMPACT.US

Email: edimpact2021@gmail.com

Our education system is in crisis.

Parents' rights are ignored.

Hear from some of CA's leading voices.

Find out what is actually being taught in the classroom, your rights, what to do if you stay in public school, and options if you decide to leave.

Come learn how to protect all kids, including your own!

A tidal wave of parents, teachers, church, government and marketplace people are rising up to protect our kids, and the future of our nation.

Come learn what you can do.

There is no cost to attend. Childcare is not provided.

Invite others and register here at Eventbrite.

Like us on FB at educationimpact.us

Tuesday, August 17, 2021
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Community Town Hall Meeting on Education

You are invited to attend the Sacramento County EDUCATION IMPACT TOWN HALL Presented by the Community Impact 4 Sphere Initiative

When: Thursday, August 26th 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Where: The Center at 6331 Watt Ave. North Highlands, CA 95660

Website: EDUCATIONIMPACT.US

Email: edimpact2021@gmail.com

Our education system is in crisis.

Parents' rights are ignored.

Hear from some of CA's leading voices.

Find out what is actually being taught in the classroom, your rights, what to do if you stay in public school, and options if you decide to leave.

Come learn how to protect all kids, including your own!

A tidal wave of parents, teachers, church, government and marketplace people are rising up to protect our kids, and the future of our nation.

Come learn what you can do.

There is no cost to attend. Childcare is not provided.

Invite others and register here at Eventbrite.

Like us on FB at educationimpact.us

YAY Monster Jam is back at the Golden 1 Center here in Sacramento! This weekend only, August 13-15th, so get your tickets now! Tickets are affordably priced for the whole family with seats starting at just $25 each* Pit Passes are priced at $20 each. Tickets and Pit Passes will be available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com. Please continue to monitor the venue website at Golden 1 Center for entry requirements in advance of your event date.

It has been so long since we have been inside the Golden 1 Center, I think I was just as excited or even more excited then my kiddos. I could tell Sacramento was excited too, there were quite a lot of fans.

Monster Jam is one of our favorite events, we love seeing these BIG trucks spin around doing donuts and cool tricks. We love the interactive voting part. There are competitions between the trucks and you can vote for your favorite right on your phone. Grave Digger was the winner across the board for Friday's Opening Night.

A NEW part of the show this year was motorcycles jumping a big ramp and doing flips and tricks in the air. This was really neat and my favorite part of the night. If you want a sneak peek check out my Instagram Stories @BlogAboutItAll.

If you have never attended Monster Jam, it is really loud, if you have younger kiddos, bringing ear protection or some kind of ear plugs is important. They do have ear protection you can purchase there, but if you want to save some money, buy them before you arrive.

Golden 1 Center is aiming to make events as safe as possible, I saw the staff enforcing face masks, from ushers going up and down the stairs, asking you to wear your mask if not eating or drinking. When we were in line to buy drinks I saw a gentleman in line without a mask on and a staff member walked over and told him they would not serve him if he did not have a face mask, he put one on. Everyone sitting near us kept their masks on, unless actively eating.

I received my tickets via e-mail as well as a "Guide to Monster Jam". You can scan your tickets as you enter at the contactless scanners. You can reserve your parking spot ahead of time at SacPark.org. In the e-mailed guide it stated about the mask requirement and listed health and safety protocols. They are asking each guest to attest that you are either vaccinated or have tested negative for COVID-19 within 72 hours prior to the event. They give information as a partner with Drip Hydration for discounted testing. They are using the honor system, as they do not ask for proof of vaccination and test results. You can read more on their health and safety protocols here.

https://www.nba.com/kings/healthandsafety

Bags larger than 8"x6"x1" are not allowed, and I saw them being strict on this. They were permitting infant bags and medical bags. All bags must go through an X-ray machine. The entry line we were in, went rather quickly and smoothly, even with needing to wait to have my handbag go through the X-ray machine.

They had Monster Jam merch and souvenirs for sale as well as sno-cones, popcorn and Golden 1 Center Food (nachos, hot dogs, pizza and more). The lines were really long for food, it looked like they had less concessions stands open, so I think that is why the lines were long for food, or maybe just everyone was super stoked about being inside the Golden 1 Center and were extra happy to purchase from the concessions, not sure.

I know a lot of people feel very passionate on both sides about masks and vaccinations. I spoke with friends before the event some expressed excitement about events coming back and are hoping for life to return back to "normal". I also have friends that don't feel quite ready to take their family to large indoor events. I understand and I empathize with both sides and know there are so many variables involved. It is my personal opinion that every person needs to decide what is right for their own family. I personally feel ready to travel and attend events. I think you should stay home and away from people if you have any symptoms of any kind to help stop the spread. I think each person needs to use wisdom and be as safe as possible. Please be kind to one another and know this is a time like no other and we all are trying to navigate through life the best we can.

Here is ticket information and showtimes for this weekend:

WHEN:

Saturday, August 14, 2021

Event Time – 7:00 PM

Pit Party open from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM (Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)

Sunday, August 15, 2021

Event Time – 1:00 PM

Pit Party open from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)

WHERE:

Golden 1 Center – 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA 95814

TICKETS:

Tickets are affordably priced for the whole family with seats starting at just $25 each* Pit Passes are priced at $20 each. Tickets and Pit Passes will be available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com

*ticket prices subject to change – additional venue/ticketing fees may apply.

Featured Trucks/Drivers: Grave Digger® driven by Brandon Vinson; Zombie™ driven by Brittany Marcotte; El Toro Loco® driven by Armando Castro; Alien Invasion driven by Bernard Lyght; Obsessed driven by Eric Swanson; Wild Card driver BJ Johnson

For specific Sacramento event info, please visit here Monster Jam Sacramento.

Follow Monster Jam social media on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Subscribe on YouTube.

About Feld Entertainment, Inc.

Feld Entertainment® is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live family entertainment experiences that bring people together and uplift the human spirit. Properties include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, Disney On Ice, Disney Live!, Marvel Universe LIVE!, Sesame Street Live!, DreamWorks Trolls The Experience and Jurassic World Live Tour. Across the brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 75 countries and on six continents. Visit feldentertainment.com for more information.

About Monster Jam

Unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable, Monster Jam® features world-class athletes competing for championships on perfectly engineered dirt tracks that push these ever-evolving, state-of-the-art trucks to the limit. Beyond the 350 global live events each year, the Monster Jam brand extends off the track into the home through products, content and merchandise that keeps the fun alive year-round. For more information, visit MonsterJam.com.

Saturday, August 14, 2021
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Monster Jam Review | Sacramento August 13-15 2021

https://www.nba.com/kings/healthandsafety

Here is ticket information and showtimes for this weekend:

WHEN:

Saturday, August 14, 2021

Event Time – 7:00 PM

Pit Party open from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM (Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)

Sunday, August 15, 2021

Event Time – 1:00 PM

Pit Party open from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)

WHERE:

Golden 1 Center – 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA 95814

TICKETS:

*ticket prices subject to change – additional venue/ticketing fees may apply.

For specific Sacramento event info, please visit here Monster Jam Sacramento.

Follow Monster Jam social media on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Subscribe on YouTube.

About Feld Entertainment, Inc.

About Monster Jam

Get your tickets NOW for Monster Jam^®THIS WEEKEND August 13-15 at the Golden 1 Center!!! Our family loves attending the Monster Jam events at Golden 1 Center, which normally takes place every January. Check out our YouTube video from when we attended January 2020 here. We can't wait to hear the loud roars of the engines and watch them do donuts and jumps. Enhanced health and safety measures will be implemented for fan wellness. Please continue to monitor the venue website at Golden 1 Center for entry requirements in advance of your event date.

WHEN:

Friday, August 13, 2021

Event Time – 7:00 PM

Saturday, August 14, 2021

Event Time – 7:00 PM

Pit Party open from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM (Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)

Sunday, August 15, 2021

Event Time – 1:00 PM

Pit Party open from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)

WHERE:

Golden 1 Center – 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA 95814

TICKETS:

*ticket prices subject to change – additional venue/ticketing fees may apply.

MONSTER JAM^® is firing up the engines again as the most action-packed motorsports experience for families in the world today roars back into California’s capital city for a high-octane weekend at the Golden 1 Center from Friday August 13 through Sunday August 15 welcoming back fans at 100% full capacity. Marking the much-anticipated return of the first Monster Jam event back in Sacramento (and only the 2^nd Monster Jam appearance in California) following the pandemic pause and the first family entertainment event to be held at Golden 1 Center, Monster Jam features the ultimate mix of high-flying stunts and four-wheel excitement. With unbelievable action to unexpected thrills, this is full throttle family fun!

As the pandemic recovery progresses, Monster Jam is monitoring changes to government mandates, public health guidelines and industry standards and is working closely with our venue partners to adjust protocols for the safety and wellness of guests based on state and local requirements. For details about Monster Jam’s Ultimate Lineup for Fan Wellness, please go here. When purchasing tickets, self-attestation of full vaccination or negative COVID-19 test result is required to attend. Face coverings are required for guests at indoor events that are not fully vaccinated per government order – subject to change prior to event. Please continue to monitor the venue website at Golden 1 Center for entry requirements in advance of your event date.

Monster Jam has reimagined the live event guest experience and created contactless shopping for fans to order merchandise in advance or onsite from the comfort of their seat. Once ordered, guests can pick up their items at a convenient, contactless pickup station during the live event. Additional information can be found here.

Sacramento fans will witness a fierce battle for the event championship with each skilled Monster Jam athlete tearing up the dirt with gravity-defying feats in 12,000-pound Monster Jam trucks going head-to-head for points in Freestyle, Skills Challenges and Racing competitions. Plus, fans can become part of the action by voting for the winner in the Skills Challenge and Freestyle competitions via real-time, in-stadium fan voting on their smartphones.

Monster Jam drivers are trained, world-class male and female athletes who have mastered not only the physical strength and mental stamina needed to compete, but the vital dexterity to control 12,000-pound machines capable of doing backflips, vertical two-wheel skills and racing at speeds up to 70 miles-per-hour to produce jaw-dropping, live motorsports action seen around the world.

The all-star Sacramento truck lineup will feature multiple fan favorites as Brandon Vinson gets behind the wheel of the legendary Grave Digger^®. Plus Brittany Marcotte making her 2021 debut in Zombie™ while Bernard Lyght aims to crush the competition in Alien Invasion. Rounding out the roster is SoCal driver Armando Castro returning in El Toro Loco^® while Eric Swanson vies for the championship in Obsessed and BJ Johnson in Wild Card claims the last spot in this epic six-truck lineup.

Featured Trucks/Drivers: Grave Digger^® driven by Brandon Vinson; Zombie^™ driven by Brittany Marcotte; El Toro Loco^® driven by Armando Castro; Alien Invasion driven by Bernard Lyght; Obsessed driven by Eric Swanson; Wild Card driver BJ Johnson

For specific Sacramento event info, please visit here Monster Jam Sacramento.

Follow Monster Jam social media on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Subscribe on YouTube.

About Feld Entertainment, Inc.

About Monster Jam

Monday, August 09, 2021
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Monster Jam August 13-15 | Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, CA

WHEN:

Friday, August 13, 2021

Event Time – 7:00 PM

Saturday, August 14, 2021

Event Time – 7:00 PM

Pit Party open from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM (Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)

Sunday, August 15, 2021

Event Time – 1:00 PM

Pit Party open from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (Event Ticket & Pit Pass required for entry)

WHERE:

Golden 1 Center – 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA 95814

TICKETS:

*ticket prices subject to change – additional venue/ticketing fees may apply.

For specific Sacramento event info, please visit here Monster Jam Sacramento.

Follow Monster Jam social media on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Subscribe on YouTube.

About Feld Entertainment, Inc.

About Monster Jam

You are invited to partner with Sacramento Helping Hands Foundation to give back to our local Sacramento public schools. Help us STUFF THE BUS with school supplies this weekend, August 6-7th!

Our main goal for this event is to collect School Supply Donations which will be distributed to a local community school that has 90% free lunch attendees. These kids and teachers need your help!

What we need: School Supplies, pencils, crayons, writing paper, construction paper, glue sticks, scissors, binders, folders, rulers, highlighters, dry erase markers, backpacks, the basic school supplies needed to equip students and teachers for a successful school year.

We will have a collection booth at two local Walmart's, both in Antelope, CA. The Walmart on Elverta Road and Watt Avenue and the Supercenter Walmart on Antelope Road.

When: Friday, August 6th and Saturday, August 7th AND a 2nd donation drive on

Friday, August 19th and Saturday, August 20th.

Time: 11 AM to 5 PM

Where: 7901 Watt Avenue, Antelope, CA 95843 AND

5821 Antelope Road, Antelope, CA 95843

Be sure to follow SacHelpingHands on social media (click images below to follow us on Instagram and Facebook) stay up to date of ways to give back to our local community. We welcome volunteers to partner with us in making a difference and bridge the gap. We are enriching the lives of children, youth and seniors in our communities through helping them improve their self image, self confidence, physical health and well being and developing a sense of community and respect for those around them through various programs, events, the arts and education. For more information and to donate visit: SacHelpingHands.org

Tuesday, August 03, 2021
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Stuff the Bus | Sacramento Helping Hands Foundation

You are invited to partner with Sacramento Helping Hands Foundation to give back to our local Sacramento public schools. Help us STUFF THE BUS with school supplies this weekend, August 6-7th!

Our main goal for this event is to collect School Supply Donations which will be distributed to a local community school that has 90% free lunch attendees. These kids and teachers need your help!

We will have a collection booth at two local Walmart's, both in Antelope, CA. The Walmart on Elverta Road and Watt Avenue and the Supercenter Walmart on Antelope Road.

When: Friday, August 6th and Saturday, August 7th AND a 2nd donation drive on

Friday, August 19th and Saturday, August 20th.

Time: 11 AM to 5 PM

Where: 7901 Watt Avenue, Antelope, CA 95843 AND

5821 Antelope Road, Antelope, CA 95843

August is National Breastfeeding Month and I cannot believe I have not blogged about breastfeeding. I had no idea how hard breastfeeding would be. My mom breastfed myself and my siblings and she made it look so easy, as far as I could remember of course I was 7-8 years old. Most all of my friends who had babies, breastfed their babies and I do not remember any of them sharing how difficult it was.

When I had my first child I thought it would just be automatic, no one told me how difficult it would be. I remember walking up to my friend in utter shock and saying "why didn't you tell me how hard this is?" Which she then went into sharing her breastfeeding story, and yes it took work. I vowed I would share with every new mom to be that I knew.

No one told me about breaking the babies latch, I was a brand new mom, that had my nails done all the time, I had no idea how that would go out the window, IYKYK.

No one told me about your milk coming in and how painful it would be or tips for when your milk does come in. I wish women talked about this more and maybe they do now, I know for sure after my breastfeeding experience I try and tell every pregnant lady I meet about breastfeeding. I don't start with a horror story, I don't think that helps, but I am sure to tell them to do their research, find a La Leche League and buy Lansinoh nipple cream, ahead of time, before you have the baby.

I remember going to my sons first week check up and they were gravely concerned at how much weight he had lost, which is normal by the way. Then at the second week check up I was grilled as if I wasn't feeding my child. I remember leaving the pediatrician's office in tears feeling like the worst mother ever. But he was sleeping 4-6 hours through the night, he was not crying, he was having bowel movements. They strongly encouraged me to give him formula, they sent me home with a baby scale, I had to weigh him before and after each feeding, they had me writing down every bowel movement to report to my pediatrician. They had me use a pump in the office to see how much milk I could pump, which pumping has NEVER worked well for me. I have a friend who would pump for 5-10 minutes and fill an entire 8 ounce bottle. I would pump for 30 minutes and get 2 ounces.

Because I did not know about breaking the babies latch, I was bleeding and sore and then had Mastitis. It was awful, but I wanted to breastfeed so badly that I continued to try and find what worked for me.

I found a local La Leche League, and those mommas were my saving grace. I met with a lactation consultant for an entire two months, she would come to my house, I would go to her house. Who knew you would need a breastfeeding coach? At the time of my firstborn, we had a local La Leche League group that met at our local library, which was amazing. They shared different holding techniques, they encouraged me not just in breastfeeding but in motherhood in general.

I am happy to report once we finally got the hang of it, it was smooth sailing, but it took WORK and tears, lots of tears!

My second and third born were my easiest breastfed babies, they nursed 5 minutes on each side, no problems gaining weight, no problem latching, it was complete opposite as my first experience. I was more prepared though and each baby is different, I asked the hospital lactation consultant questions, and had them check how I was holding baby and latch, I probably asked more questions then the normal mom, but because of my first experience I wanted to go home, knowing everything I could. That is a great tip, utilize the lactation consult at the hospital while you are there, ask for tips, ask about what to do if you have cracks and bleed. Ask all the questions and ask them for their biggest tips. I thought okay, maybe it is just because you have never breastfed before, but the truth is, just like each pregnancy is different, so is each breastfeeding experience. Maybe it will be easy for you, I have friends, who had no issues at all from the get go, so at the same time as I am sharing this, it could be a walk in the park for you. Forgive the quality of these photos below, they are old, see how far phone cameras have come.

Nope my fourth baby proved me wrong. Couldn't get him to latch, wasn't gaining weight, tried tube feeding, went to see the hospital lactation consultant weekly for the first few weeks. They considered clipping his tongue for tongue tie, I didn't do it because I waited too long. Eventually gave in to a little bit of supplementing with formula, for my own sanity. I tried pumping but as I said before, pumping was not easy for me, if anything it was more difficult, because I would have to prepare 30 minutes before, feed the baby, make sure he was changed and all good, as well as my other three little ones, then go to the bathroom to pump for 30-minutes to end up with 2-4 ounces of milk. I also had a family situation going on that I think the stress was a big contributor to why breastfeeding wasn't working. Babies are so sensitive to our emotions, you have to relax and not be tense just like in giving birth. Committed to give my baby breastmilk, I pumped for nine months. Oh the things we mothers do for our little ones.

There are so many benefits to breastfeeding.

1. Lifesaving - according to the journal Pediatrics If 90% of families breastfed exclusively for six months, nearly 1,000 infant deaths could be prevented each year.

2. Infant Health Benefits - Research show breastfed babies have a lower risk of health issues including asthma, ear infections, diabetes, and respiratory problems.

I can attest to this, none of my four boys had ear infections, while it was quite the norm with many people I knew who had babies.

3. Colostrum - Often referred to as "liquid gold' for its deep yellow color, colostrum's the thick first milk that you make during pregnancy and just after birth. It's quite rich in both nutrients and antibodies to protect your baby from infection. The human body is quite a miracle, from giving birth to being able to nourish your baby, amazing the way God made us.

4. Weight loss? Studies say that women who breastfeed lose weight faster. This was not true for me. I literally felt famished the entire time I was breastfeeding. I would eat so much more, to keep my energy levels up.

Tips to breastfeeding:

1. Research, research, research. Read books, look up sites on-line, there are even support groups now on-line. There are things to help. For instance, one thing that helped my milk supply was a supplement called Fenugreek. You can find it at your local Walmart or health food store. I also found a recipe for lactation cookies, but if you look up these things before you have the baby and purchase what you need ahead, I think it helps to be prepared. Instead of having to send your spouse out to search for these items. Here are two links to lactation cookie recipes.

HowSweetEats and CountryCleaver

2. Find a lactation consultant or group.

3. Buy Lansinoh Cream and a Boppy or Nursing Pillow. I needed my Boppy to nurse comfortably, I tried a couple other nursing pillows, one that even strapped around you, but the Boppy was my favorite.

4. Try different breast pumps. When I had my babies, you had to purchase your own, I loved the Medela brand and the electric double pump. The hand pumps never worked for me. Now you can get a free breast pump through your insurance.

5. Be patient with yourself. Ask other women for tips and help.

6. Have your nursing time be a quiet bonding time. I was grateful I was given this tip. To not take phone calls and enjoy this one on one time with baby to pray over baby, to mentally recharge myself. As moms even with just one baby, you go non-stop, from feedings to changing diapers, to calls, cleaning, and so much more that it is nice to carve out your nursing time as one on one time with baby. Sing to baby, take in the gift and miracle of your new addition and the miracle you are.

A fed, happy, healthy baby is all that matters, if you end of up supplementing or going to formula that is okay. Don't be so hard on yourself. Your baby and family need you to be well too, not stressed and overwhelmed.

Take pictures of you nursing or have your spouse take a picture, I don't have any photos of me nursing and I wish I did. It can be of you sitting in a rocking chair, with a blanket over, or however you want, but I wish I had photos of me nursing. It really is a special bonding time that goes by so fast.

If you have any questions feel free to e-mail me I would be happy to help, answer questions, share links, etc. you can reach me at theblogaboutitall@gmail.com. You can also reach out to me on social media Instagram or Facebook. Thank you for reading if you've enjoyed the content you've read above please share with your friends.

Monday, August 02, 2021
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National Breastfeeding Month | 6+ Tips to Prepare for Breastfeeding

No one told me about breaking the babies latch, I was a brand new mom, that had my nails done all the time, I had no idea how that would go out the window, IYKYK.

I am happy to report once we finally got the hang of it, it was smooth sailing, but it took WORK and tears, lots of tears!

There are so many benefits to breastfeeding.

1. Lifesaving - according to the journal Pediatrics If 90% of families breastfed exclusively for six months, nearly 1,000 infant deaths could be prevented each year.

2. Infant Health Benefits - Research show breastfed babies have a lower risk of health issues including asthma, ear infections, diabetes, and respiratory problems.

I can attest to this, none of my four boys had ear infections, while it was quite the norm with many people I knew who had babies.

Tips to breastfeeding:

HowSweetEats and CountryCleaver

2. Find a lactation consultant or group.

3. Buy Lansinoh Cream and a Boppy or Nursing Pillow. I needed my Boppy to nurse comfortably, I tried a couple other nursing pillows, one that even strapped around you, but the Boppy was my favorite.

5. Be patient with yourself. Ask other women for tips and help.