Breastfeeding can be challenging. Write a letter to your future self to help you recommit on the hard days.

Breastfeeding can be challenging. Write a letter to your future self to help you recommit on the hard days.

Your breastfeeding journey will be unique to you and your baby, and many moms have some challenges when they first start out. The good news is that it'll get easier, and you'll gain confidence with time and practice.

On the days you feel like giving up, you may need a little encouragement and reassurance to stick with it. Make it easier by writing a letter to yourself with all the reasons you want to breastfeed. Print out our letter template and start writing. Then put your letter in a safe place for when you need it. You've got this!

Need some writing inspiration? Think about answers to these questions:

• What does breastfeeding mean to you?
• Why do you want to breastfeed?
• How does your baby feel about breastfeeding?
• How will it feel when you meet your breastfeeding goals?
• Can you remind yourself of another goal you achieved and how it felt?
• What's your favorite inspirational saying?
• Do or did any of your role models breastfeed?
• Who can you reach out to for support today?

With those answers in mind, use our letter template to get started writing your letter.