"I'm a first-time mom. I underwent CS 15 months ago to a baby girl. 

And yes, I planned to exclusive breastfeed my baby as much as I could. She was 3.2kg at birth, Unli latch 24/7. At 6weeks, she weighed only 3.8 kg. After a month, she only gained to 4.1 kgs. I was a bit worried about her weight since I knew that she must gain at least 600grams a month. 

When she was 3mos and a half, she got colds for the first time so we went to her Pedia. She was 4.4kg then.

I had my electric pump, but I can only pump at least 2oz per session. I knew it was not suitable for her consumption. So we decided to seek help. 

She started to mixfeed with Enfamil Gentlease right away and now we just shifted her to Similac Gain Plus. 

As of Feb28, she's already 9 kgs, taller than average, though a bit slim but she is within normal range for her age. At first, I got frustrated since I really wanted to EBF her.

I cried, thinking I was not giving her enough. But it came to my mind, with the support of my dear husband, that I'm doing a great job as a mom. It doesn't make me less of a mother doing mixfeeding, as long as I'm giving her all the best care and love I could offer. I will still breastfeed her until she self-weans and until the last drop.

It's not just about the breast. It's pure love.

~  Marie Antonette