2 WEEK BABY & POSTPARTUM UPDATE - BABY DEVELOPMENT, BREASTFEEDING JOURNEY & 2 WEEK BELLY SHOT

[@UktiJuma]

This is a very honest video so lovely to watch. I also cried a lot when I gave up breastfeeding and it wasn't a decision I wanted to make, but latch and supply was poor. I hated the fact I was just stuck on a sofa all day and not holding my baby, and neglected everything else. Breastfeeding is so much harder than what it's made out.

[@pollwilliamsx6385]

I followed your pregnancy and now I am following your postpartum baby videos. Stanley is making me incredibly broody. My baby boy is due next Friday so I don’t have long to wait until he is here and I have never felt so nervous but excited to meet him🙈. I love watching your Instagram stories and seeing the photos you post of your beautiful family of 5. You have done brilliantly these past two weeks with using breast and you should be so proud of yourself too. Good luck with formula feeding you’ll do brilliantly with that to, you have incredible support from Mark and it’s so lovely to see all 3 of your children bonding💗xxx

[@navkaur9827]

Poll Williams x good luck! Im due next week Tuesday. Charlotte’s videos always get me even more excited !!

[@charleneshepherd3036]

Good luck. I'm booked in for a c section on Tuesday (breech baby). I'm terrified about the op but I can't wait to see my little girl xx

[@PushHerOnTheSwings]

Yes please do a video for newborn baby routine. My first it due on Friday and everyone gives your so much advice thats all different. So a routine video would be great

[@JessicaAvey]

Oh my goodness Charlotte baby Stanley is making me so broody - such a gorgeous boy! I completely know how you feel, my milk supply just stopped with both boys and I hated knowing it was the end but you’re always growing that baby boy with love and protection and every decision you make for him ♥️

[@lisadixon8983]

Oh Charlotte, I welled up when you got emotional. One day at a time, lovely, remember to stop and breathe. You’ve got this mama, you are amazing and baby Stanley is just perfect. 💙👶🏼 xxx

[@amymahoney7600]

I found your channel last week as my baby boy turned 6 weeks old. I had the exact same experience with feeding as you and have been dealing with mum guilt for the past 3 weeks over my decision to stop breast feeding. The pressure from midwives made me feel like I couldn't switch to formula but I knew I had to because if not, my baby would begin to lose weight as he also got angry when trying to latch and I wasn't able to express as much. Your video and honesty has made me feel comfortable with my decision, after all, fed is best. Stanley is beautiful, enjoy your time with him and you will begin to enjoy feeding him rather than becoming stressed over it :) xxx

[@Alisha.Hassinger.81]

Oh sweetie...I know how difficult it has been for you as far as breastfeeding goes. Probably more so emotionally than anything 😔 But you are doing everything just perfect for Stanley and your other two kiddos 💕💕 I had high hopes of breastfeeding with my children, but unfortunately wasn't very successful and I did feel a sense of like I wasn't good enough. Now, I am due anytime with baby number 4 and while I plan on nursing her, I am a bit afraid of getting my hopes up again. We do what we have to for our babies and if that means they are formula fed and thriving, than that's ok!! 🍼🍼I'd personally love to see a vlog of your new routine with a newborn 👶 Any video you post I adore watching!! 💖

[@scissorxdisco]

I'd love a newborn favorites video and a routine video!

[@laylaa8406]

I'm so grateful for your videos Charlotte! Since my 3rd baby is only a day younger than yours I feel like I can really relate to you and your videos. Keep up the awesome work and stay lovely as always💙

[@amberjames1194]

You are such a strong momma! I'm 16 weeks today and I can't wait till my little lady is here❤️ I've been really down on myself for the last 3 1/2 years because I never breastfed my first baby, and my biggest dream/goal is to breastfeed this baby and I'm so worried about it

[@Minnyupmake]

You're an incredible mum and you're doing the most wonderful job! Xx

[@themummyblog9969]

Being a breastfeeding mum (currently 15 months in) and 20 weeks pregnant currently I 100% think that what you've done for Stanley is incredible! Your drive to give him the best you could and continuing to do so by doing what may not nessisarily be what you wanted but now what's best is wonderful! He's flourishing and is just so precious! Congratulations again Charlotte, you're a wonderful mum to all three of your beautiful children 💙 Loving that you've continued on from your pregnancy journey with these post partum updates xx

[@mariamrafiq1631]

I have a 4 month boy and watching this today made me cry as it bought back my time when I couldn’t breast feed. So many mums will relate with this video. Thanks.

[@rachelgriffiths3643]

This is just what I needed. I’ve been feeling so sad about breastfeeding not going the way I expected. So worried about my baby as I’m a first time mum. Thank you for being so honest. Thank you ☺️ xxx

[@kirstymamaof2861]

Fed is best darling. Don't beat yourself up. He's gorgeous xxx

[@TheTravellingYogi]

2 weeks here postpartum watching this in tears. I hear you … breastfeeding is so hard. Sending love you you 💕

[@Jess_F89]

My baby boy is 5 weeks old today and we've also struggled with tongue tie and feeding. I've been stuck on the sofa pumping every 3 hours around the clock and have battled on as I felt it was the right thing to do. I do feel like I've been missing out on cuddles too, and finally feel like I'm coming to the end of my breastfeeding journey - it feels like a weirdly emotional decision to make! Thanks for talking about it in your video, it's comforting to know others feel the same. x

[@yasminN130]

Would love to see a routine with a newborn video! Due my baby boy in May and seeing Stanley has me even more excited! He’s adorable Charlotte, and he doesn’t care which way he’s fed. Don’t beat yourself up about breastfeeding. The exact same thing happened to me with my first, and it is hard. Especially when you’re pushing it trying to get them to latch and they just don’t. Me and my daughter were both so much happier when we switched to formula. She’s not 15 months and the healthiest happiest little girl! You’re such a genuinely lovely lady and I absolutely love watching your videos! :)

[@francescraig7371]

Yes please, do a newborn routine update as this would be very helpful xx also your total openness and willingness to share such an honest update is so appreciated xx take care xx you are doing an amazing job looking after your family xx Hugs to Stanley!

[@stephaniemcbeath370]

I really recommend reading a book called "healing breastfeeding grief". You're a great mum and you have made the right decision, I would have done the same. Stanley is beautiful, he looks just like you xx

[@tjwithersauthor]

Stephanie McBeath Thanks so much for recommending the book - I'm in this journey at the moment as well, wasn't able to breastfeed like I expected to, so I'm glad for book recommendations and videos like this one that talk about ways to cope with the hard emotional side of it.

[@tiffanyabels8406]

Just found this and definitely torturing myself from my supply dropping and not being able to keep up with pumping with 2 kids at home. THANK YOU for sharing, it makes me feel less alone ❤

[@gabybautista7821]

I totally get it!! It is so frustrating to pump with your little one next to you and feeling frustrated and rejected 😞 both my girls couldn't latch and got under weight the first month until we combined formula with little I could pump... I'm hoping this 3rd would be a different experience and finally get to feed my baby exclusively with BM but I know it doesn't have to be hell, Happy mama happy baby. You are doing GREAT mama!!! And he is a lovely handsome boy 👶🏻

[@trishpatterson7152]

The feeling of not being able to breastfeed your baby is the worst! I wasn't able to nurse my second because she would never latch. I pumped for six weeks for her and my milk dried up. I struggled so bad with depression afterwards for several months. Just remember fed is best and you are being the best momma that you can be!

[@nickyevans1917]

I could watch you all day Charlotte 🤗 My 2nd baby is 12days old and watching you gives me so much comfort and reassurance 💜 xxx

[@sophiewilson8950]

Oh Charlotte, don’t beat yourself up regards breastfeeding. I lasted 10 weeks with my final baby before my milk depleted. I was devastated. I loved the morning feeds with her. I pumped every day but omg what a blooming chore I found it. Feed, pump, sterilise, over and over again. Beautiful family x

[@CBullman163]

I know these are old but they are so wonderful. Thank you! I know you say here your journey is over and you were sad but unjust wanted to write and say you are such a special part of the journey of every mum/future mum who watches this 💕🥰

[@CharlotteLouiseTaylor]

Oh Cath! That’s such a lovely thing to read, even two years on! I was so sad at the time, but now I realise how small a part of his life that way. I hope you and your baby are both safe and well and happy! xx

[@rearviewmirror21]

Oh Charlotte, I totally understand how you feel. I had a similar feeding experience with my first. She had an undiagnosed posterior tongue tie and never latched onto me at all. Whenever I put her to the breast she screamed and screamed. She wasn't interested at all and I felt completely rejected. For around 6 months it affected me SO much and affected our bond. I was ashamed to formula feed her - which is silly really. I'm now breastfeeding my almost 17 month old, so I got to experience it in the end. Please don't feel upset. I know it's heartbreaking, but you tried, and at least he had your milk for a couple of weeks. ❤

[@clarejaynefleet7694]

Stanley is so cute 😍 You look amazing for 2 weeks postpartum & you should be proud of the milk you have produced for Stanley through expressing xx

[@emmamcdonald7551]

Yes please for the newborn routine! My first is due in June and have loved following your pregnancy and these new updates!

[@sarahtaylor7737]

I understand your breastfeeding journey. Mine was very similar. It’s so hard to decide to stop the breast. No doubt your hormones are still all over the place too! Please don’t feel too disheartened. You are doing your best. He looks gorgeous and can see that he’s thriving. All the best to your family❤️❤️

[@EllieBoo289]

I have two grown up sons charlotte, but i love your vlogs. Im sure many mums and mums-to-be can relate to your pregnancy and delivery vlogs, it gives them an idea of what to expect. Awww baby Stanley is adorable. And you as always sweet girl, looked gorgeous!. Xx

[@mariajosevaras6848]

I really enjoy watching your videos. thank you so much for being so honest, in that way you make me feel more prepared to give birth my first baby. Stan is just perfect and you are an amazing mom. I would love to tell me how are you doing with his naps and during tje night, is better to make them sleep in the crib or cosleep with them? I would really apreciate a routine day with a new born 🙏

[@Amyscounsellingpractice]

SO YOUR TUMMY IS AMAZING!!!!!!! Love your honesty sooo much!!!! xxxx

[@stephaniedosier7854]

I didn't get my youngest boy's tongue cut and now I know why he didn't gain weight with breast feeding I felt the same way as you. But he is now almost 6 years old. Only down fall is he has a hard time speaking correct because of his tongue but is learning how to work with his issue, thanks to speech group. But I love him and think he is perfect no matter what... your boy is handsome. I am currently 11 weeks 3 days prego with my 4th and last baby. You are helping me get through my bad days because I get to watch you. Nausea and migraine so I'm bed bound.

[@daniellabinch9181]

Omg this video touched me. The feeding issues and the fact that the kids are close with their dad is exactly the situation I’m in now. Due to get tongue tie cut in a few days so hopefully it gets a bit better from there.

[@stephaniemoss6823]

Awww Stanley is sooo cute hun and you are loomingwell considering what you're going through.Im so excited that in just over 3 weeks I will be having baby cuddles with my grandson and watching your vlogs are fab.xKeep going hun you really are doing great.xx

[@hopesanddreams5484]

Yes to routines and newborn essentials please. Stanley is gorgeous 👶

[@milojunotoby]

Very proud if you Charlotte. You're looking great! As Po said 'our belly's are bigger 🤣🤣🤣🤣 xxxxxx

[@kbanks1745]

You look fabulous for two weeks postpartum! Sorry the feeding hasn’t gone as you had hoped but Stanley is happy as long as his tummy is full, however it happens 😊 you’re doing a brilliant job xxxx

[@mariamrafiq1631]

Awww yr just amazing. Well done. He’s doing amazing. Yr and amazing role model. So glad I came across yr channel. I thought it was just me crying over not breast feeding. I know how hard and heart breaking it is. Thanks for sharing this with us. Lots of love. Take care. Yr doing amazing.

[@cassidybrewer]

Everything is going to be alright. You're doing great, mama ❤️

[@stephaniecorry2168]

Charlotte you are doing absolutely amazing I totally understand how your feeling about breastfeeding I tried so hard with my son and not being able to was horrible but fed is best it doesn't matter how your an amazing mummy xx

[@Dilemma1990]

I know how you feel right now and it's not ever going to be about protecting others feelings you have absolutely every right to mourn and feel sad Charlotte if someone didn't go into motherhood hoping to breastfeed then they don't understand the absolute devastation when it doesn't go how you hoped it would. I never got my first to latch and I still cried and it broke my heart now having breastfed a child I can't imagine how it would feel to go through it again having breastfed bill you know what you were hoping for in the future months and possibly years and now your feeling the emotions of mourning that relationship I totally understand what you are going through and please do not disregard your emotions yes you have a beautiful healthy boy who will be equally as wonderful as he grows up regardless of how he's fed but it doesn't make your feelings any less justified you're doing an absolutely wonderful job well done xx

[@liselisafrett1122]

I could imagine how your feeling. So sorry. My second son wasn’t breast fed. I tried but he refuses to take it because his first feeding was tube feeding then bottle. So he wasn’t use to my breast when I try it when he was three months old. I did the pumping for 8months and it was so painful and stressful. I had was to go this long because he was born 25 weeks and it was best thing to do. If not I would have stop a long time before it’s not easy pumping at all. So I understand the decision you making. Your a great mom keep up the good work❤️

[@szilvialakatos1519]

No way it’s not ur fault and it’s not the babies either hunny u are such a great mom of three don’t put ur self down because u can’t breastfeed I know it’s important all around because it’s healthier and it’s bonding but hunny don’t overwhelm ur self his just different and he loves u don’t be crazy ur his mommy he loves u so much and don’t worry the thing is it’s worse if u cry just don’t think about it his healthy and beautiful and ur kids loves u no matter what 🤗🤗💗💗💗💕💕💕💕💓💓💓💓💓

[@VictoriaJane]

He is beautiful. My feeding story is roughly the same but she was my first and only child so far, you are truly not alone. I would love to see a routine video xxx

[@georginabevin7055]

yes, a newborn routine video would be really helpful , i'm a first time mum with a 4 week old and not established any routine yet.

[@pamelamotte1417]

Hi my lovely. I have been following you for so long all through your pregnancy and it has been such a joy to have you there as some guidance and to see real life with your wonderful family. I take my hat off to you huni. I always look forward to your updates. I just had my first baby girl March 14 so I felt like I was with you all the way. My girl is a joy to have and hold and I’m truly blessed. I would love some advice by knowing your new born routine to see if it helps me. Tc xxxp

[@kellyparker4118]

Hiya Charlotte, I think you’re incredible and have made the right choice for you and your family. I would LOVE to see a routine vid. I’m due any day now with my first so would find it so helpful. Xxxx

[@Angiemaddocks]

I’m going through the same thankyou for helping me through a hard time

[@PopfanofTaylor]

He's so cute! I know it's hard for you but time for you to start enjoying all the things your talking about, as long as he's fed and happy that's all that matters. I know it's hard but you're doing great! Xx

[@rebeccasmallwood3820]

I know this video was posted a long time ago but this has really helped me. I've just had my second baby she is 9 days old hasn't been able to latch! 😥 it really upsets me and I've done everything possible pumping, nipple sheilds etc I think I just need to accept it's not meant to be 😔 x

[@nylapradel3266]

You look amazing and are doing amazing. At everything.

[@frankiiswatching]

Great video! I'm due in September with baby number two and watching this video has made me realise just how much Ive forgotten! X

[@Goth237]

frankiiswatching I'm due in September too. This'll be our first though. Good luck!

[@chloeheather]

Please do a routine video 😊 my baby is about a week younger than Stanley and I'm struggling so much with routine and my wee ones sleeping. It's the morning now and we only managed 2 and a half hours sleep 😢

[@alexwholey3391]

Great video, really enjoy seeing how you’re getting on, and feeling for you in terms of the breastfeeding. But as others have said, fed is best. I think there is too much pressure to make it work put on new mums, and that you’re made to feel like a failure if it just isn’t working for you. Stanley looks really happy and healthy, don’t beat yourself up. Hoping to nurse baby 2 when she arrives but thanks for the bottle tips, couldn’t get my eldest to even sniff one. Also you look great after only 2 weeks PP. 😊

[@bryonyw4739]

8 days till d day 😱😱 You look so happy and well 😍

[@life_als]

So cute

[@alysonsyme2165]

he's adorable and looks so much like Daisy.

[@taegane4206]

I finally had my baby girl . 3 days late! Forgot how tiring night times are haha! Love your updates charlotte I will keep following.

[@scalpandthings]

How do you prep/make your bottles through the night? Xx

[@RasEmpress626]

Im 16wks1d and i would love to see newborn favourites and routine too pls💕

[@leeannelicense7892]

I feel your sadness and pain. I only bf my two for 5-6 months before deciding to stop (for many different reasons). It’s such a strange confusing feeling. I was the one who wanted to stop but I also knew it was best for everyone in the long run but felt so guilty and so sad that our bf journey had come to an end.

[@ilovebrean]

Awww look at how awake he is for 2weeks routine video would be nice to see

[@nicolawallis6301]

I love your videos! Expecting our first baby in June so any new born routine or favourite videos would be much appreciated by me :) Stanley is gorgeous! X

[@lauslora6511]

your body is amazing for 2 weeks pp!! and I was the same I said before my boy had tongue tie and I got it cut but still had alot of trouble with him and had to use hospital bottles for first few weeks and he really struggled for first month as did I cause I really wanted to bf but in the long run like you said no body knows what milk the baby had growing up it doesn't mater. it will make no diff when his older as long as his growing xx

[@positivetransformationswit6207]

Awwwwh I can’t believe that’s 2 weeks now he is such a cute baby and u are looking fabulous Charlotte 🌈💖💜💚💙💛🧡❤️💝🤩 I’m due my baby in two weeks so I would love to see a vid on how to look after a newborn as I’m so nervous that I won’t know what I’m doing

[@milliehole8736]

Newborn routine 👍🏻👍🏻

[@georgiakatedurkin]

oh charlotte he is beautiful.❤❤❤fed is best i have done both with my girls both is a struggle breastfeeding is not easy x

[@joannebaldwin955]

I found newborn Aldi nappies leaked all the time but once we got to size 3 they have been much better

[@Ichigo-chanx]

I know how you feel about breastfeading. When I stopped pumping at 3 months I almost felt like I didn't want my body to think the baby was gone or something. it is a weird sad feeling.

[@vickifan4eva]

I'd love to see a newborn routine video :)

[@angierollings]

Please please do a routine video I would be so grateful

[@yurifnunez82]

😭😭😭 so sorry so hard

[@eleanorsharma5884]

I think he looks like big sister, same noses 😍 cute!!

[@alisonmahoney2314]

I felt like you when I coudent3 breast feed I put my child on formula it was the best thing I done for me and my daughter but I never knew why I coudent3 it was twenty years ago you are doing a great job Charlotte love watching your family grow with you you are do I g great with Stanley

[@AnnAvtarO]

Is it good to drink lucozade juice during pregnancy?

[@lizrunge]

Not the most important part of your life right now, but holy man- you look fantastic!!!! Stanley is also super cute, but I'm guessing you know that already 😂😉

[@lubeeluonline]

My sister swears by the mam bottles & dummies. The sterilising is so easy with both.

[@janej460]

Please do a newborn routine, I had my little girl on the same day you had Stanley x

[@janej460]

Also, I'm in the same boat as you and just transitioning onto bottle feeding I've slowly been expressing off and stopped a few days ago. If you could do any tips and how you make up formula milk it would be so useful! Stanley is a dream x

[@shivp22]

So you’re now combining the videos into one now? A little confused..don’t worry look at Stanley he looks so content! Totally understandable though, how you feel this is the end with your breastfeeding and birthing babies journey! You’ve every right to be upset 💗 have an upset few days girl, you’re entitled

[@shivp22]

Rebecca Pilsworth yes I know that’s why I asked 👍🏼

[@Amyscounsellingpractice]

SO YOUR TUMMY IS AMAZING!!!!!!! Love your honesty sooo much!!!! xxxx

[@Amyscounsellingpractice]

SO YOUR TUMMY IS AMAZING!!!!!!! Love your honesty sooo much!!!! xxxx