Does it make me a bad mom to want to switch to formula? I’m having a really hard time trying to keep up with my daughter’s appetite, and if I forget to pump, then I feel like I’m running way too low on milk.
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I formula fed my first born 
so I’m gonna go with No.
Ofcourse not! Being fed is what’s best for her💕
Fed is best my dear! Don’t ever let yourself believe that you are a bad mom because of this!
No do what you need to
no ! breast feeding is super hard . no shame momma , don’t listen to others . as long as she is getting food .
Nope! You feed that baby whatever breast milk you can and formula the rest of the way. The fact that you are concerned proved you’re a good mama
Absolutly not hun, u need to do whats right for your bubby 
never feel like a bad mum for trying 
No! But just for clarification, pumping isn’t a good way of determining how good your milk supply is. If your baby is wetting at least six diapers per day then they are well fed.
No not at all!!! Fed is best not breast is best girl
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As long as your baby is fed 
I always formula fed. I was in the military so formula was easy for myself. Just be prepared you may have to try a couple formulas before you find one that works for your little one Good luck!
FED is best. Whether it’s formula or breast. It’s ok to do whatever you need to do to be the best version of YOU.
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No. Feed your baby in a way that works for you and your familu
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Not at all. As long as you’re baby is fed, you’re doing what you need to do. Don’t let anyone tell you you’re a bad mom for that.
No it doesn’t make u a bad mom
Not at all. I felt that way with my son, kept breastfeeding and it seems like i caught up to him, especially after he started on solids, but as long as you’re feeing your LO you’re doing a good job. Why not breastfeed and just supplement with formula?
Our generation has become so judgemental with how we raise our babies. Girl, don’t you worry. Fed is best. Formula babies are just as healthy.
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I feel this same way. 
Absolutely not!! Fed is best! Doesn’t matter how you feed them just as long as their are fed 
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Absolutely not! You need to take care of yourself so you can take care of her. If breastfeeding isn’t working for you then formula is what’s best for both of you.
Don’t feel bad for taking care of you and your baby
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Nope! I got 1 fully breast fed, one fully formula and now number three I just transitioned. The more kids I have the less hands I have and the harder to sit down and feed or pump
NOT feeding ur baby makes u a bad mom.
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No, it does not make you a bad mom for wanting to switch to formula.
What makes you feel like your supply isn’t good enough? Soft breast are best. Pumping isnt a indication of supply. If you are ebf your supply will be correct for your baby. Feeling like you have full boobs isn’t actually good. And constant feeding is cluster feeding its just them upping supply. But fed is best so do what you think is right. But if you do want you bf don’t feel that constant feeding is you not having enough milk. It’s baby cluster feeding and so normal. As long as plenty wees a day and pooping atleast every few days then your feeding just great x
Fed is best! I have done formula since the day she was born in the hospital, I didn’t have any milk supply. Do not ever feel bad!
Is your baby fed? Yes than your not a bad mom
Fed is best 
Also if it will help your mental health, absolutely
I breastfed my first until he was 13 mo, had my second and bf him until he was a few weeks shy of 6 months. I couldn’t do it anymore, formula was a better option for him as he had (still has) a big appetite 
I did a lot to up my milk supply, fenugreek, pumping every hour, after a certain point it is beyond exhausting and draining.
Fed is best. If you don’t want to switch to formula though, there are things you can do to up supply.
If your little one is still pretty young, she may even just be cluster feeding which helps build your supply. Strictly pumping can dry you out because it isn’t the same stimulation.
Fed is best! Do what you have to do and don’t worry about what anyone might think about it:heart:
No, some women can’t produce enough milk. I was like that and so was my daughter. Don’t let anyone make you feel guilty about formula feeding
As long as your baby fed. You’re not a bad mom dear
Nope! Don’t let anyone shame you or make you fee bad!
Not.at all! Do what you need to do, mama. A fed baby is a happy baby.
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You keep producing so you can never run out, pump the other breast as she feeds, I used to. Set reminders, my boobs always got full so I would know when’ she’s due a feed or to pump. Building il a stash will take no time, don’t be discouraged, pushed through x
No. Either way you’re feeding your baby
Of course not!!! FED IS BEST!!! You are taking care of your baby. That makes you a good mom.
No!! I felt that I was a bad mom when I switched to formula. My daughter was 3.5 months when we switched her over because my supply went dry. My son was 4 months when we switched him because my breast milk was causing him pain. I couldn’t understand why my body was betraying me and didnt want to do formula, but it was what was best for my family and my mental health. FED IS BEST!
No. I was only able to breastfeed for a week before 6 out of 7 major surgies forcing me to stop feeding him the way i wanted. And now he is 5 month, 20lbs, 25 inches and getting 2 teeth on top
Never ever feel like you are a bad mum or doing it wrong as long as your baby is happy, healthy and fed you are AMAZING
No! Don’t let anyone tell you that you are a bad mom just because you want to switch to formula!
NO IT DOES NOT MAKE YOU A BAD MOM!! Read this 1000 times if you need to, to believe it.
Listen, I couldnt breast feed my first, and its killed me, I hated that I had to use formula, but then I saw a thread about fed is best, and it was honestly what helped me cope with my daughter rejecting the boob 3 months in and also the stress of breastfeeding my third kid, my youngest son, it felt more like a weight lifted knowing that formula was there if my baby rejected me, my youngest had a huge appetite and then he would just stop, I got an infection and then gave up after that. Nothing wrong with just feeding your baby
Not even close to a bad mom for that.
No your not a bad mom if u choose fo formula. People can have many reasons to stop or not breast feed.
Not at all do what you need to do for a happy healthy mommy and baby!
Not at all. And anyone who does make unfeeling bad needs to seriously back off.
Fed is best. Never feel bad about feeding your child. You do you.
Does wanting to feed your child make you a bad mom…? Thats how ridiculous this question sounds. As long as your child is being fed, doesnt matter if its breast milk or formula.
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No. Not feeding your baby is the only kind of feeding situation that would deem you a bad mother.
Wow. I gotta say I’m totally surprised by the answers on this post so far. I was expecting the worst and a ton of “you’re selfish for that!” Comments. But anyway, no way are you a bad mom. If formula would work better for you then use formula. Your baby will be just as happy and healthy. My first(5 yrs) was only formula fed and has always been super healthy and she’s way too smart for her own good lol. My youngest(4 months), I tried damn hard to breastfeed for the first week and it was just too hard. She wouldn’t latch hardly ever and when she did it was incredibly painful. So we went to formula. She’s perfectly healthy and so far has hit every milestone a little early or right on track.
As long as you’re feeding and taking care of your child, you are not a bad mother
Absolutely not. I tried and tried for 2 months but just couldn’t keep up with my son. They make formula for a reason! The fact that you tried and are worried makes you a good mom. You got this. Stressing about pumping is just making your supply worse. Take the leap. It’s less stress and easier for those helping you
If you’re a bad mom I’m a TERRIBLE mom!
If you are doing something about your babies being hungry than that’s that. Your feeding your baby and that’s all that REALLY matters. You’re doing great mama never think less !
Probably be better at least you know she getting nutrients and can drink whenever
There are lots of comments on here telling you how to get/ keep your supply up. They mean to be helpful. But the most important thing that needs to be said is: no. Switching to formula absolutely does NOT make you a bad mother!! Do whatever you need to for you AND your baby.
Yikes. Kind of a diss to moms who choose formula from the beginning…
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Fed is best! I did both. Your baby eating is most important.
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I bottle fed both my kids and I’m a great mom.Do what is best for u and your child
Rule #1 is feed the baby
It doesn’t have to be all or nothing, you can do a mix of breastmilk and formula if that’s what you want to do. Happy to troubleshoot any supply issues if you’d like. If you do decide to switch to formula, that’s OK too! You do what works best for you and your baby
Not at all! It’s ok mama been there 
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Use your own judgement. If the formula your using is not working for your child then change it. When I had my first daughter she drank all my breast milk and was still hungry so I used formula and breast. I got so tired and I thought the same as you that I was not a good mum. Do I ended putting my daughter on formula and it was okay because Mr breast milk wasn’t filling her up and she lost weight
I couldn’t do breast milk. I dried up a few weeks after her birth.
She is smart, sassy, and healthy. Formula works just fine.
Omg Noooo!!! I Bf my first for 3 months then switched, baby 2 is 4 weeks old and I’m ready to switch!
You need to do what is best for your baby. Fed is best… no matter if its from your breast or formula
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No it doesn’t. Fed is best no matter how you choose to feed your child.
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Not at all! If you are feeding your baby, you’re doing great!
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Not at all and it is a choice just between you and your child. I worked full time and at times needed to offer formula. It really is no one’s business what you do.
Neither of my 2 kids ever had a drop of breastmilk…because I did not want to do it. Guess what…I have 2 healthy happy kids (12 and 6) Super athletes, straight A students, no allergies, no issues. Fed is best and happy mom is best.
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Not a bad mom at all. No worries u do what is right for you both
Yes…lol jk. Of course not!
It makes you an amazing mom. I made that decision when my LO was five days old, and it was so tough, I tore myself up over it. You have to do what is best for baby, and if that means switching to formula so she can have what she needs to thrive and grow, that makes you the best mom.
NOT feeding your baby makes you a bad mom. Otherwise, you’re doing exactly what you are supposed to do!
Heck no! I breast fed for 6 months but then went back to work and couldn’t really pump much so I started formula … my man was upset about it … but got over it after I told him what I was going through. As long as baby is fed and healthy
As they say, breast is best but fed is better. It sounds like you’ve given it an amazing go, your bub has already got a heap of the nutrients don’t stress, if it’s to hard the most important thing is baby is fed. I struggled really hard with my first and felt so guilty she’s 8 and healthy and you wouldn’t notice. Do what’s best for you guys!!!
Get your baby fed. Who cares of the source!!! Breast milk is great but you know what- for several different reasons people don’t and can’t do it. Don’t let people shame you. I say fed is best, screw them
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No way, it doesn’t make you a bad mom if you choose formula. Breast is best though, so perhaps you might be able to overcome your obsticles with the help of a lactation consultant. Have you searched for a Le Leche League group locally? They offer some great breastfeeding suuport! Good luck!
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Oh sweetie. From a mom that breastfed both her kids. You’re not a bad mom for doing what is right for you and your daughter. Every family is different and every single person is different. Hugs, please don’t be sad and please don’t judge yourself.
It does NOT make you a bad mom. You have to do what is best for your baby. Dont worry about what other people think.
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I formula fed mine and my 13 yr old is 5’8 my son is 11 and 5’2 but it does not make you a bad mom by no means as long as they are fed and happy and healthy that’s all that matters
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When my dr asked if I planned on breast feeding again (preg with number 4) and I said yes, she said good, save the money, formula is just as good for the baby, but breast milk is free 
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Fed is best
Mum guilt In this instance is perfectly normal.
Ur mental health comes first, ur baby needs a happy less stressed mum and they are only little for such a short time…don’t spend it stressing over feeding.
Do what’s best for u and ur little one
No, not feeding your baby does.
Fed is best!
NO. As long as your baby is fed, thats what matters. Breastfeeding can really be what you want it to be. If you’re feeling guilty, you could try pumping and give baby what you can then supplement. That’s what I’m doing for my 3 month old. We occasionally latch as well. Do what YOU feel is best
Nope, do what you feel you need to do. Don’t worry about others and their opinions
No it does not make your a bad mom, things like stresses and depression can affect your milk production. If you have another baby down the road you might be more successful.
Do whats right for you…
No. Your making sure your baby is fed. Your fine
Wanting to switch does NOT make you a bad mom and it’s not a ridiculous question/feeling either 
! I found myself in the same tough spot 3 short weeks into being a first time mom! And I felt TERRIBLE and like I failed, but I was being too damn hard on myself. Fed is best
Tell yourself you can supplement with formula if the pressure gets too much. You may or may not have to.
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Had to switch to formula with mine after almost 2 months cuz I couldnt produce enough milk for my daughter even on medication from the dr. 
at least she got fed though!
Don’t ever let anyone make you feel bad for giving your baby formula #fedisbest
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Like everyone else is saying fed is best. I formula fed my first bc he wouldn’t latch, he is a perfectly healthy and happy 2yr old boy. Now with my second I breasted for only a month bc I was just not producing enough milk for him and he is much happier with formula.
No it doesn’t and give a big middle finger to ANYONE who says you it does!
Definitely not! I think this is a question every mom asks herself. I did both, we have to do what’s best for ourself and our babies. A fed baby is the best!
You do whatever you gotta do to feed your child. If that’s changing thi gs so her belly is fuller. Then change things…your the mother
Absolutely not! You are NOT a bad mom. Fed is best. I did both. I had to switch to formula because my job refused to let me pump so out of necessity I had to switch. With my second I breastfed until 2 yrs old. You are not a bad mom.
It’s your child your choice do what best for you only you know what works stay positive you got this
Not at all!! Fed is best
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No ma’am! Don’t let he stigma of breastfeeding make you feel lesser than EVER. You are doing great 
No you are not a bad mom! I switched to formula with my 1st bc he was always so hungry! He was attached to me all the time my nipples were so raw I just couldn’t produce enough for him. It’s not for everyone. I didn’t even try with my second.
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