the end of my breastfeeding journey

I'm done breastfeeding! At 6 months postpartum, my breastfeeding journey is over, and I feel really at peace with everything. In today's vlogmas, I'm packing up my pump now that I'm done exclusively pumping.
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Hey friends! I’m Sierra Schultzzie and this is my vlog channel with my husband, Stephen. We started vlogging 5 years ago to document planning our wedding and growing together as a young married couple, and the channel has now really become our passion project. We love creating travel vlogs, disneyland vlogs, showing behind the scenes of creating my fashion and lifestyle videos, and all the little ups and downs of our unfiltered, real life. We loved documenting our journey trying to concieve and getting pregnant, are now so happy to be sharing our experience as first time parents to our daughter, Grace.
the end of my breastfeeding journey
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[@desireel.6358]

How could you not talk to your baby? They're your lil friend and bundle of love and joy! Gosh I even talk to my cats like they can respond lol, keep doing you, girl

[@lindseyfarmwald]

Same!!! I’m a cat mom and talk to them all day long!

[@brookewatson9531]

Literally talk to my dog like he understands and comprehend whole conversations lol!! He’s my big boy💙💙

[@AwesomeFace2675]

I do the same thing to my dog! I know my handsome little Bear may not be able to talk but I know he’s listening.

[@AnniCarlsson]

I even talk to flies or bumblebees that by accident come inside. But that might not be same talk that you have to the babies and beloved pers 😜

[@zp1716]

I have four cats and I talk to them more than I talk to my husband some days lol. I just had a baby and now I have so many one way conversations a day 😂. I may be crazy but I swear my cats know what I’m saying sometimes and I know talking to my baby is good for them and encourages cooing. Love to see that I’m not the only one who talks to animals.

[@kristenkrapfmusic6608]

As a speech therapist you should 100% be talking to your baby as much as possible! It is a huge part of language and social development! You're doing a great job! Don't feel embarrassed 😀

[@PaisaV11]

Talking to your baby is absolutely important to their development!! That guy doesn’t know anything, you go mama! You are helping Grace learn, and understand what things are around her. I can’t reiterate how important talking, and showing your baby things all day everyday is for their brain development. Reading is great too.

[@gypsie5119]

"It doesn't know what you're saying"...... she giggled in response to you telling her about the birds chirping, that is communication at its most basic form. You are doing amazing and doing exactly what all paediatric doctors tell parents to do with their babies/small children.

[@NinaBobina3]

I'm sorry that guy said that to you. I'm glad you will keep talking to her. Babies are so smart and soak up everything!

[@cherbow_9443]

I can’t believe someone had the audacity to say something like that to you. Babies need that type of stimulation and talking to help them learn and grow! I talk to my three boys all the time and it doesn’t matter what anyone else thinks/says. I will continue to do what is best for them. Lots of love from NC ❤️

[@corablah9809]

Right? Narration and speaking clearly is so good for infants. When you don't, their brains don't develop as they should, they have poor language development and poor speech skills that usually follow them for the rest of their lives. Socializing with babies is crucial, and honestly necessary.

[@jasminelambert3753]

Right! Like how does that dude expect babies to eventually start talking? I don’t plan on having kids but even I know that you’re supposed to talk to your babies to help them develop and start understanding language

[@laurap.2550]

As a early childhood educator, it is SO important to talk to your infant/baby/child. How do you think they learn to communicate and talk?!? Sierra, you are going great job as a mom!

[@coffeemascara7747]

Random idiot mansplainer: “It doesn’t understand you.” Sierra: *speaks* Grace: *responds* Sounds like she understands to me 😂

[@mckinnonbloomer6913]

I have been talking to my daughter since the day she was born. Full on one sided conversations. She is constantly complimented on how advanced her speech is. I think the two are heavily connected. Keep narrating!

[@kathleenhudson887]

I have 5 kids and each one has been a different experience when it comes to nursing/breastfeeding/formula. When it is easy, breasfeeding is SO MUCH easier than formula. But when things are not going as smoothly, formula is SO MUCH easier. The hardest is when things are going a little rough and you are doing all the things, with nursing and pumping and formula. Such hard work you did doing all that for as long as you did!

[@catarinanicole]

THIS. The first 6 weeks breastfeeding my daughter was awful - pain, latch issues, supply issues, breast refusal, sleepy baby that was difficult (understatement) to wake to feed… but after those 6 weeks it was a dream, and it has been ever since. She’s 7 months old now and going strong. So easy - always on tap whenever and wherever, always the right temperature, NO bottle dishes whatsoever. It’s such a different feeding journey for everyone, and every baby. But ultimately any breast milk at all is amazing for babe and 6 months is wonderful! 🥰

[@jaynez9027]

This is such a good way to put it. I find people like to say one is the “easy” way out but now that I’ve done all forms of feeding for two babies.. both have crazy hard parts and both are easier at times 100%. Gotta do what’s best for your family 💕

[@sarahb.2707]

Talking to a baby is the BEST thing you can do for their language development! They might not be able to talk back, but they are learning wayyy more than you'd think

[@EstherK06]

I’m a pediatric speech therapist and I have to say I’ve been very proud of how you’ve been providing language to Grace. It’s exactly what she needs! Some people just really don’t know what they’re talking about!

[@ac-ui6gr]

My two babies are 15 months apart. With my daughter I stopped at 3 months, it was so tough! She’s an extremely intelligent 2 year old, very independent and healthy! My son is going to be 1 in a week and I BF him til 10 months, he’s also very healthy and thriving as well. It’s hard. Breastfeeding is hard. Remember your daughters name meaning- you need to give yourself GRACE! Being a mom and making every single decision is tough. I felt so relieved once I was done breastfeeding with both of my kids because I got to have my body back for MYSELF.

[@lindseyfarmwald]

I work with kids and talking to babies is so important for their development!! Don’t be embarrassed at all! Anyone that doesn’t talk to young children is the problem! You are an amazing mom and I love watching your vlogs!!

[@jerricakral3029]

Just a small mommy tip, when introducing the eggs to my baby, she ate them and loved them. But I noticed that she started getting a diaper rash. I thought for sure it was just the heat, or the diaper itself. The pediatrician asked me what she ate the most and it was eggs. So I found out she can only eat egg whites. So my only tip is just to watch her really well after eating them, and also look in places you wouldn't expect an allergic reaction. Great video! So happy that you are happy!

[@caitlincarrigan2822]

Bouncing off this but a lot of kids have different reactions. I work in an infant class and two of my girls are allergic to eggs. One girl gets hives on her face and the other girl projectile vomits.

[@mahadewiiii]

@@caitlincarrigan2822 my son gets a rash and throws up.. hoping he’ll grow out of it 🤞how old are the kids you teach? Oops just re-read.. infants 👶❤️

[@FiorLabhair]

My mom was deathly allergic (anaphylactic) to eggs as a baby/child… she ended up getting allergy shots (for 10+ years) and was able to eat eggs as an adult.

[@sassysarah29]

My first projectile vomited from egg until he was about 18 months old. I still find it funny the day we decided to try egg, I was too scared to do peanut butter so thought egg would be better to start with 😅

[@stephanym7605]

Girl my son is nonverbal and I still talk to him all day long. He's three years old. Doesn't matter if they understand or not. Do you girl! ☺️

[@squigglyspooch246]

Plus, nonverbal doesn't mean they don't understand either. Studies show young children have much better receptive language skills versus expressive language.

[@stephanym7605]

Exactly

[@jillhensley4919]

Wow. I’m so glad Grace is your child instead of that guy in the park. Talking to babies makes a huge difference! She already has the cutest reactions to the things you say!,

[@lizzieglafke667]

Also, just did an appointment with an audiologist with my 7 month old. She said the best thing for baby is to talk, sing, and read to him as much as possible. You’re doing all the right things mama 💪

[@sashadelgrey5364]

it would be SO weird if we didn’t talk to our babies! that guy was such an a-hole! i think it’s so sweet hearing you and steven talk to grace and it is good for her development.

[@ojiverdeconfleco]

Our breastfeeding journey ended 3 weeks postpartum, and formula has been going amazing. I think the most important is to be at peace with the decisions one makes for baby's sake and for our own sake. I'm glad for you!

[@EnglishVirgo]

My mother in law was very involved in my sister in laws sons upbringing. I had never seen someone narrating everything for a baby before and being so particular with things. In time I realised just how good it is because he has grown up to be a very intelligent, well-spoken and all-around awesome kid.

[@carlya9109]

I narrated literally everything to my daughter from the time when she was a newborn and by the time she was 18 months old she was speaking full sentences. She’s almost for now and people still comment on how well she speaks❤️ keep doing it! It’s sooo good for them

[@laurengillean8858]

I just wanted to tell you that my son loves watching Grace on here. He always leans in to see her when she’s on the screen. He loved your laughing contest last vlog. He’s 2.5 years old. So she has a random friend in Texas named Greyson! :)

[@kathrynpontius1598]

As a speech language pathologist I can say PLEASE talk to Grace, she understands more than you think and she is learning so much from you. I wish more parents understood how important talking and reading and playing with babies is for their learning. I know you are doing amazing with all of that. That guy was so incredibly rude and also just plain wrong!

[@rosapond7141]

I am 6 weeks post partum and I have been rewatching your breast feeding journey since I gave birth and it’s helped me so much. Mom guilt is so real and watching your videos made me feel so much better. Thank you so much for your content. ❤️

[@naynicole22]

I’m so happy you have been so open and honest about breastfeeding. I am due with my first next month and this is a subject so many people are very opinionated about. I love that you tried and went as long as you could but acknowledged that it’s okay to stop and it’s okay to supplement. A healthy baby is all that matters! Thank your for being honest and showing that it can be hard!

[@jessicapadron7886]

Congrats. How exciting.

[@arielwatson5667]

Exactly...as long as your baby's fed and healthy that's the only opinion that matters

[@hayleyallover]

I LOVE how you're already teaching Grace to be gentle with the dogs 🥺 it's never too early and she'll be their best friend for it!! Xoxo

[@lilbitpa12]

Breastfeeding is hard. With my first I made it 6 months and then needed to supplement with formula. He is now a happy and healthy 6 year old. My second is 8 months and we are still breastfeeding. As long as they are fed I am happy. Been watching your videos a long time I appreciate how open and honest you are about everything!

[@dkeraghan]

I narrated to my son when he was born and continued as you do with Grace. He was an early talker and very intelligent. People could not believe how young he was and how articulate he was. You are an awesome MOM!!!

[@beccabishop5319]

I am just about to start my breastfeeding journey. I have learned so much from your channel and it has helped me a lot to stay in a good headspace about the ups and downs. I normally beat myself up about those things.

[@AyaPapayaxP]

Props to you and your breastfeeding journey! I'm planning on stopping my journey within the month as well and hearing about you talking about ending yours made me tear up!

[@jessykalance]

I just to say thank you for posting these videos. I just had major dental surgery and your videos have been keeping me company. ❤️

[@cammysanfilippo4569]

You’re amazing! You should feel proud of how far you came! Whatever is best for you and Grace is what is best!

[@litenen]

I have an acquaintance who did not talk to her baby at all because she didn't understand anyway and would get upset when people pointed it out. Guess what? Her pediatrician reported her to our countrys version of cps, because she considered it a form of neglect. They came doing home visits and giving her education on baby's development and making sure she was followd up with her pediatrician and nurse. She now just had baby nr. 2 and is a completely different mother to this child. I couldn't even imagine not talking to my little boy, he loves our voice so much 🥰

[@ANA_youre_enough]

Each video you post gives me such wholesome, happy feelings and I can’t help but sing the song you play for your vlogs with a smile on my face. Up there with the best moments of the day ❤️💯

[@zoekelly-walsh3985]

I love you stay true to yourself and you're a genuinely kind person and I appreciate every video you post :)

[@ingridelisabethdale5418]

Grace's smile an laugh melts my heart

[@eliontheinternet3298]

Grocery pick up is so great! My fiancee had back surgery a couple of years ago, and it was a lifesaver. He couldn't walk for a while, so I didn't want to leave him alone for too long, but also he definitely couldn't get in the car. Grocery pickup turned an hour and a half ordeal into a 30 minute one, and I was so so grateful.

[@janemillen5114]

It’s so important to talk to your baby… they are engaged in their own little way 💕 watching your mouth , listening, soothed. 🌺

[@strawberrymelk9734]

I used to work in grocery pickup! Most places will have a little comments section under each grocery item where you can specify how ripe you would like your bananas, substitutions you’d prefer if the original item you ordered is out of stock, little things like that! We love it when customers do that, it makes our job a lot easier and will make you a lot happier with your purchases 😊

[@kates8183]

Sierra, have you ever seen R2-Steve2? It’s a toy in a universe where everyone is named Steve. I saw it yesterday and died thinking of Steven. Also, Each person that breastfeeds and each kid has a different experience. The best thing to do is recognize that and decide to do what’s best for both. Also, Also, it’s really important for babies brain development to talk to them normally and as if they can contribute. I did that with my kids and everyone was amazed at their vocabulary skills. We also played word games (like synonyms, rhyming words, and thinking of words that had a certain number of letters or in a category) all when they were growing up. You do you girl! You guys are doing a great job

I’m a pediatric speech-language pathologist and 100% continue to talk to your baby!! It’s crucial for her language development!! ❤

[@louisgirl369]

Breastfeeding is so different for everyone, even between kids from the same parent! My first born needed supplemented with formula before she was a month old and my supply barely made it to 9 months even only feeding her 1-2x a day with breast milk. My second... Literally didn't even eat solid food until 1 and nursed for just over TWO years. He only even stopped because I had a rough week with my depression and just completely forgot for a few days and he never asked again. Both experiences worked for me and for them and they're both happy and healthy kids now. ❤️ Be proud of what you've done so far! You're a great Mama to Grace no matter what!

[@bekahjoy3465]

I appreciate you being so open about your breastfeeding journey. It makes me realize I’m not the only one who had some difficulties. I unfortunately could only breastfeed for 3 months and I felt like a failure, but I have a cyst that wouldn’t allow milk to come out so it felt like constant mastitis.

[@amberfarr9119]

Talkin to babies totally helps them!! I swear my little guy is ahead because we talked to him all the time. Helps them learn words sooner.

[@monicastephenson9064]

I just went through this, too. I exclusively pumped for around 10 months, which was so much longer than I thought I could go (with my first I only lasted 2 weeks). You have to do what is best for you and your mental health! I was totally done being attached to my pump 2 hrs a day.

[@sisiwx6154]

My sister has always talked to my niece and nephew like they're little adults and they have amazing speech. My niece is 1.5 years and I can talk to her pretty reasonably. My nephew is almost 4 and can talk your ear off. Keep talking to her! Encourage your family to talk to her! You'll be amazed when she starts talking

[@Magicmom1]

I made it 10 weeks of exclusive pumping and I was DONE. Kudos to you on 6 months!

[@MrMustacheLover]

Seeing how at peace you are with your breastfeeding journey is so encouraging. I've gone through such a struggle and we still exclusively BF at 4.5 months, but it's exhausting. We are dairy and soy free, and might need to cut more. I don't know if I could physically or mentally do any more diet changes, but keep feeling like I have to breastfeed no matter what. It's so important that it's talked about that you can stop even if it's only for you and not baby.

[@ashleyadsit1]

The cable was for the breast massager! Don't lose it!

[@rebeccaannrose1552]

Love the vlog 💕💕 also most stores have a notes section and you can leave notes as far as how ripe and how you would like your produce and items 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@megamoneyDo]

I breast fed for one week and gave up. I had a membrane sweep, overdue, back labor, unmedicated, second degree tear labor and I gave up on breastfeeding. Breast feeding was HARDER to me than anything I went through in pregnancy, labor, and delivery. Shout out to the women who can keep it going for literally any length of time!

[@jessicarosen7650]

I EPed for 5 months. Putting the pump away was SO freeing and I hope you have that same experience!

[@autumnelaines]

Congrats on ending pumping! Good for you on figuring out what’s right for you and sweet babe during this stage.

[@769clara]

You should have told that guy “IT doesn’t care about your opinion, and neither do I”. Talk to your baby, you are doing an awesome job, mama! ❤️

[@moriahbh951]

Talking to babies is great, it's actually helpful for their future communication development. People are always so judgemental towards mom's about literally anything and everything. That person would benefit by minding their own business, because last I checked talking about the park to a baby isn't harmful at all.

[@urturningviolet]

That intro was AMAZING! Best one yet!

[@lisakendrick1447]

You keep talking to that baby. Her brain is forming so many connections and while she can’t speak yet her vocabulary is growing. You will me amazed at how many words she knows when she starts talking.

[@paigealexandriax]

I’m a narrating mama and I love it (&this!). I do think it has helped her developmentally and connect some dots. At 2, she now loves to say things back to me and ask questions. Keep it up mama! Do what works for you 🤎

[@caniac3697]

Re: grocery orders. I don't know about your grocery store but all of the ones I place orders from have instruction comment boxes with each item in the checkout screen to where you can leave specifics on substitutions, ripeness of the produce etc. I've been using grocery order since before the pandemic and trust me as a busy Mom it is a lifesaver for my sanity.

[@jessicapadron7886]

I am glad you are at peace with stopping pumping. I just had my last baby and we are breastfeeding. It will be really hard on me when we have to stop, because I know I will never be able to breastfeed ever again. I kind of want to cry just thinking about it. My baby girl will be 3 months on Saturday. My first goal is 6 months and a year would be amazing.

[@alixschneider]

Thank you again for sharing your breastfeeding journey with us. We all need to talk about this stuff more!

[@andreasoto2995]

Grace is so lucky to have you as her mother!! Long time watcher, first time commenter ❤️

[@jess25411]

You are a amazing mother! You are inspiring and so happy for you and baby grace and your beautiful family!💕

[@MLLL1234]

Love your journey and continue to do you for your little one. They are growing, learning, and absorbing so much as they grow!!!

[@kristinapepper499]

People are so rude. I talked to my babies and I talk to my pets. It's good for babies for you to talk to them. She is cute. I enjoy seeing her smile.

[@Miraiwhitelock]

Please do keep talking to Grace! Babies actually understand more than people think and it's great for her (receptive and in the future productive) language development.

[@Bumbleasinbee]

All of your openings are super adorable

[@danaology.]

Nipples are incredibly slow and sometimes difficult to heal. I had eczema on my nipples and it took a while to heal with topical medication. If you’re worried definitely go back to the doctor and get it looked at again! You did a great job breastfeeding for as long as you did ❤️

[@jaimebh30]

You talk to little Grace, and hey love to hear mama's voice. You did a great job feeding Grace no matter breast or formula. It is tough pumping and trying to figure out being a mom. A great tip for formula make a big batch of formula in an easy to pour water bottle. I would make 24-32 ounces and no need to measure water or powder each time. It saved precious time at each feed. I loved the Contiago flip top water bottle. I think they make on the go formula holders. I am sure grandparents will be so happy to help feed Grace! My girl spun in circles for a couple months before finally crawling. I hope you and your family have a great holiday season!

[@courtneyowens6362]

There are a lot of small businesses that make breastmilk jewlery to celebrate your journey! (Wildflowers and Milk, Keepsakes By Grace (who also uses formula sometimes if that's of interest), etc) I hadn't heard of them after I stopped nursing my daughter, but will definitely be getting something after baby #2! It is such an intense, emotional, rewarding journey - definitely worth celebrating. And you only need to send in a very small amount of milk in ❤️

[@sooh6299]

You're doing so well with self care and such as a mom. I wish I was better at that. I just feel like I can't take that time away from my babies (it's crazy, I know), but I also know that I would feel much better and probably also be a better mom if I did. Goals for the future :)

[@TMartin0092]

I have the same issue with pick up for groceries - I like to pick the produce that I like based on ripeness, imperfections etc

[@tracycline4167]

She is so happy! Always smiling. Adorable!!!

[@nicajo5050]

I can't speak for sprouts delivery but I know with Kroger you can add notes to individual items, so for produce like bananas I'll add a note get green bananas when I want to wait to eat them or get super ripe bananas for when I wanna make banana bread or whatever. They're usually super good about getting what you want on produce when you add notes explaining what you're looking for. Not perfect but definitely closer to what you want

[@ASMRKay_]

That guy is missing out on the joy of bonding with a child by talking to them. What a frustrating experience as a mother but so happy you just let it go and continue doing what you know is right!🤗

[@amandabaez551]

Momma, you keep talking to that precious bundle!! She is taking it all in and connecting with you and you are sowing the seeds of open communication for life. Plus she is learning how to speak!! (Does this guy think she is going to just magically understand language one day if people haven't been talking to her? How does that work?) Chat that baby's ear off, she is loving every word you speak 💖

[@amberfarr9119]

So excited for you to end your breastfeeding and nursing journey because now she will move on to solids!

[@katelynbradley1921]

You did amazing with your breast feeding journey!! I had my son in July and I couldn’t breast feed because my milk never came in! I felt HORRIBLE but there was no way with my job I would be able to pump and my baby is happy with formula! I am glad I just did formula because my husband can also help with feedings!!

[@whitemageFFXI]

I also used a cart like that for my pumping stuff. It was SO freaking helpful.

[@elizabetherickson2056]

OMG! Talking to your baby is AMAZING for their development. Lol I hate people sometimes

[@keltiowens5609]

Congrats on being done! Let’s celebrate! You did everything you could and it was awesome!

[@vanessagrace6127]

Oh my god… that guy on the trail had the audacity

[@cristinaferigioni1624]

I have yet to finish the video and I wanted to say-I’m quitting breastfeeding too these days! I’ve always had a low supply and slow flow so baby has been mixed fed since birth, he only took a bottle for the first couple months but then he was not gaining enough so I added a second one m, things where going smoothly..then he went on a breastfeeding strike a few weeks ago and I don’t have time to seriously pump so I did it just enough to avoid mastitis and clogs but my supply DIPPED…and last week the stress of another couple sleepless nights where the cherry on top. Yesterday he latched like twice the whole day and at night I manually removed 2 ounces (both breasts), tonight I don’t feel The need 🤷🏻‍♀️ baby is 5.5 months, healthy and on the heavier side, no longer any point to stress myself!

[@Arausa]

FYI that chord you found in the bottom of the three tier cart, goes to your freida massager. Just wanted to let you know in case you throw it away.

[@AtsircEcarg]

Pumping was so much work. Once I went to just breastfeeding it was so much easier and I started to really love it. No pumping, no bottles, it took away so many of my fears and stress just breastfeeding. The pumping was awful mentally for me and just breastfeeding on demand was so much better. I did see a lactation specialist who explained to me that babies can get a flow preference and we worked to slow the bottle feedings so that he would prefer the breast.

[@TheSmalyy]

As a linguistics student, absolutely talk to your baby !!! Its extremely important and significant to your cute baby's development

[@lauraa5032]

Grocery pickups are the best when you or your kids are sick and on super busy days!

[@AnnaRvlogs]

when you talk to your baby it is great for their development, it helps them to exercise their brain, and a start into social development. I can tell in the video when grace laughs and coos she is not only understands what you are telling her but she also wants to have a conversation with you. I remember when my boy was a baby I constantly talked normal to the baby. Never let anyone stop you from talking to your baby. I am an early ed teacher with an early ed background, feel free to ask me any developmental questions or any question you may have.

[@demiderosalia6418]

Your hair looks amazing!!!!

[@vivianfreymoyer3245]

Love you guys!!

[@melissahernandez6732]

I just finished pumping after 11 months. It was sooooooo freeing, but I can’t seem to pack away the pump? Thanks for the inspo!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@jasminewilliams3776]

Proud of you!!!

[@TaylorTatorbugHansen]

That's what I did when I weaned my baby off and switched to formula. I slowly decreased my pumping instead of go cold turkey bc I was worried about engorged breasts. Then, I just went ahead and stopped. I did have lumps but I just hand expressed the milk out and my breast were back to normal. So, if you have lumps, expressing it out should be fine and it wont stimulate your breasts to keep producing

[@Ellafunt89]

I know every baby is different, but I'm so jealous of how easy Grace seems to be. My 6 month old daughter would never just go down for a nap on her own, and lately bedtime has been taking an hour minimum to get her to sleep. She also screams when on her tummy. Sigh...

[@variasajeniouk9834]

Same here with my 7 month old! Every baby is so different, and you are not alone :)

[@cortney8493]

She likely sleep trained her.

[@JaimeLeighArt]

What an absolutely rude and uncalled for comment that guy made. 😒 It really bothered him so much in the few seconds it took him to walk by that he thought it was ok to make that comment to a stranger?? I am so mad and the comment wasn’t even said to me 😆 As a child development major I learned talking to babies and children is one of the MOST beneficial things we can do!

[@AnaSantos-xy9mo]

That retinol cream is probably expired anyways if it’s been over a year! I would suggest buying a new one even if you find it!!

[@ASMRKay_]

You should look into imperfect foods. They have amazing prices and deliver to your house every week. It’s the easiest thing ever and I haven’t had any issues with produce being bad or the wrong ripeness. Hope you like them!

[@NeverendingBlonde]

I live in MN and Target was testing out drive up capabilities almost a year before everyone else. They started doing groceries after pandemic start. They only thing I don’t like to order that way is frozen foods. I’ve had my ice cream partially melted. When Shipt started, we switched over and I tell my shopper how I want my produce especially bananas. My hubby is very particular about them.

[@kaylenhalemanowong3892]

truthfully i didn’t even last like 4 months… i just didn’t like it… i know some moms just love the connection but i think i dreaded it so much, that i never enjoyed it at all. good for you for making it so far! *also, my 2nd took so long to crawl because she figured out how to roll and she just rather do that! my first walked at like 10 months… the 2nd walked at like 13 months