by Kelly Wilbanks posted in Products

I was four days postpartum and felt abandoned. Yes, "abandoned." At least that's how my hormone-induced emotional low left me feeling as I sat in the middle of my bed, a mere 15 feet from my showering husband and overly helpful mother-in-law in the kitchen. I felt alone.
I sat precariously on a hemorrhoid pillow, holding my barely sleeping infant, and felt my blood sugar crashing. I didn't want to yell to my family in fear of waking my baby, but I couldn't reach my water. I needed food like a starving captive and I felt trapped. I was in pain and moving an inch sent shockwaves through my throbbing lady parts. The tears fell fast and furious as I sat helpless on a donut pillow until my mother-in-law found me. That was six years and three children ago. I've learned some things since then that helped me immensely with babies number two and three. Having a comfortable nursing station set up with everything you need within reach is essential.
Nursing station essentials
1. A comfortable chair: Have a designated nursing chair that fits your body size and type. The most comfortable chair in our house is my husband's rocking recliner. The only problem is it's built for a 6' 3" man and not someone a foot shorter than that. I liked being able to recline in his chair, but I don't like that my feet don't touch the floor.
Given that you'll be using this chair daily it's worth spending a little money finding something that fits you. You...