9 Weirdly Amazing Things That Happen To Your Body When You're Breastfeeding
byOlivia Youngs
Pregnancy brings some amazing, albeit super crazy, changes to your body. But if you thought the craziness would be over after delivery, think again. The postpartum months bring a multitude of changes to your body too, especially if you're breastfeeding.
When I was expecting my first child, I began researching all of the things that happen to your body when you breastfeed. And, to be honest, I was a little freaked out. My boobs would actually spray milk? What kind of sorcery is that? And what about my appearance. Would I feel like a supermodel or a cow? Would I finally have the boobs of my dreams?
Yes and no. Though I definitely went up a few cup sizes, and never complained about it once, I wasn't prepared for the other changes that accompanied my larger bosoms. Because your boobs aren’t the only thing that change during breastfeeding. Everything from the chemicals in your new-mom brain, to your pants size can see some kind of difference. And while it's truly a beautiful and exciting transition, it can be a lot to handle. Knowing what changes to expect during the breastfeeding phase may help lessen the shock of rediscovering your postpartum body.