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Wife exclusively pumping and I'm feeling useless
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Kevin M.New Dad
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My wife decided to exclusively pump instead of breastfeed so I could help more with feeding. Which sounds great in theory but honestly I feel like I'm just the guy who watches the baby while she pumps every 3 hours. I try to help with bottles and diaper changes but she's clearly the one doing the heavy lifting. Anyone else feel this way? How do you contribute more when you can't actually produce the food?
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This is actually a great setup because you get to be really involved from day one. I know it might feel different than if she was breastfeeding but you're doing exactly what your family needs right now.
You're doing more than most dads honestly. Feeding, changing diapers, all of it is real parenting. The 'useless' feeling fades once you realize how much your kid actually needs you.