Future thoughts - when to start trying for a baby

@Sister Thankyou for your kind thoughts. Yes we struggled with a tongue tie, breast milk jaundice so she’d fall asleep and weight loss so a bit traumatic so I’m not afraid of good old formula, as long as they are fed!!!

I know that your question is also about safety of getting pregnant and I can't give you any advice on that but breastfeeding... don't ever let people, or yourself, beat you up about it.  I did feed all of my kids for awhile but it was a nightmare each time.  For the first, no-one could get him to latch on so it was pumping all the way; the second, we fought each time and didn't get to relax with each other until her first bottle; the third would fall asleep each time as she relaxed too much.  I know breast is best, but only when it works - when it doesn't, it's worst.  
Wishing you the best for baby no 2 @JoeyLiz - whenever you're given the go ahead.

My take is that important as breastfeeding is, the most important thing is that you enjoy your baby, and if breastfeeding is stopping that, maybe it's time to rethink. Will always be happy to answer any questions you have around it ☺

@lrb_03 thanks for that info, I had heard 1 sided breastfeeding works so good to know. I managed 6 months of breastfeeding last time but was very glad to stop, it wasn’t pleasant for me as my girl had issues and I had to pump and top up and it was exhausting! But glad I did do it for at least some time and would be keen to try it again :)

Hi @JoeyLiz, I can't say that I have persanal experience, I was 49 when I was diagnosed almost 3 years ago.  However, I'm a midwife, and I have looked after a couple of women over the years who have had babies after bc. I didn't fully comprehend, or understand the significance, at the time. One in particular, I recall, was breastfeeding from her unaffected breast on discharge, if you're keen to be able to manage that, though I don't know how that went long term.

I do have a friend who was unable to breastfeed from one side for a completely different reason, but successfully breastfed 3 children for over 12 months. Again, no pressure intended, just letting you know it csn be done if you want  :)