Well at 9 months I think my body is deciding to wean
I don't know what's happened. All of a sudden, my pumping output has drastically decreased. I wasn't pumping much to begin with, 4-5 ounces per session, if I was lucky. But now I'm pumping anywhere from 0-3 ounces every time. I breastfeed at 7am and 7pm, pump at 10am, 2pm, and 9:30pm (often 30-60 mins just to get enough). My baby just started to sleep through the night, so I know it's going to get even worse.
I've introduced formula this week - supplementing her breastmilk bottles with 2oz of formula. I guess this just might be the end. I don't think I have it in me to up my pumping sessions or pump in the middle of the night. I've been there, done that. I guess I just have to admit defeat and gradually transition her to formula until she's 1.
Did this happen to anyone else? How did you feel about it and handle it? On one side, I'm okay with it. 9 months is a great milestone, and now I can really take care of myself. On the other side, I know I'm going to miss the bonding part of it and feeling like I'm supporting her with the best nutrients. I don't think my baby will care much. She just wants milk.