12/08/2026
Those swollen eyes are not because youâre lazy. đ©
Your baby may be sleeping for 2 hours, waking up to breastfeed, sleeping again⊠and youâre there wondering when your own sleep will come.
Breastfeeding can mean waking up several times at night, especially in the early months. And when youâre constantly interrupted, you may feel exhausted, irritable, emotional and completely drained.
But Mama, please remember:
You need rest too.
Accept help when someone offers it.
If possible, sleep when the baby sleepsâeven if the dishes are waiting.
Let your partner or family handle other tasks while you recover.
Eat well, drink enough fluids and give your body time to recover.
And please donât feel guilty for saying, âI need help.â
You are feeding a whole human being with your body.
That is work. That is sacrifice. And you deserve support.
Breastfeeding mothers, how many times does your baby wake you up at night? đđ