No, I Won’t Feed My Baby That

Instincts over opinions

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As a first-time mom, I quickly realized that advice comes from everywhere.

During pregnancy, especially when my baby bump became noticeable, it felt like everyone had something to say — what to wear, how to set a sleep schedule, what to feed the baby.

Every Baby Is Different

One of the first lessons I learned was that no two babies are the same.

What works for one might not work for another, and I was lucky to understand that early on.

Still, as time went on, I found myself growing tired and frustrated.

People assumed I needed their advice — especially moms with multiple kids — just because something had worked for them.

“My baby gained weight when I fed her this and that,” a friend told me, insisting I try the same.

“We eat this or that, and it works wonders!” another mom said.

I appreciated their good intentions, but the constant suggestions became overwhelming.

I started second-guessing myself. Should I try this? Should I trust my instincts instead?

The pressure to “get it right” only grew as I navigated motherhood.