I saw this poem and it made me get teary eyed. I am sure that some of you have seen it before but this was my first time and just wanted to share it with someone who would feel the same way. 

http://www.nursingfreedom.org/2010/09/breastfeeding-and-motherhood-tattoos.html


Wean Me Gently


 

by Cathy Cardall


 

I know I look so big to you,


 

Maybe I seem too big for the needs I have.


 

But no matter how big we get,


 

We still have needs that are important to us.


 

I know that our relationship is growing and changing,


 

But I still need you. I need your warmth and closeness,


 

Especially at the end of the day


 

When we snuggle up in bed.


 

Please don't get too busy for us to nurse.


 

I know you think I can be patient,


 

Or find something to take the place of a nursing;


 

A book, a glass of something,


 

But nothing can take your place when I need you.


 

Sometimes just cuddling with you,


 

Having you near me is enough.


 

I guess I am growing and becoming independent,


 

But please be there.


 

This bond we have is so strong and so important to me,


 

Please don't break it abruptly.


 

Wean me gently,


 

Because I am your mother,


 

And my heart is tender.


 

Jessica Callahan RN, IBCLC
USA, NC

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