I have about a 90 minute commute to work (yes, each way) and when I got there, I realized I forgot my pump parts!!! Devastating. My commute is also done on a bus that my company charters from Austin to San Antonio each day...so, I couldn't leave early and go home to get my parts. I was stuck for 12 hours with no pumping. What do you know, the next day, my supply took a hit. This did not make me very happy, especially since I've tried giving Lilah a few different types of formula and they have all been no-go's. So, a supply decrease combined with Paleo eating - how was I going to get myself out of this mess?
The one thing I told myself before starting this challenge was that I would not put myself before my baby and would quit the challenge if my supply dropped. But, now, because I knew the supply drop wasn't because of my diet, I wasn't ready to quit. Instead I started pumping more frequently (5x/day) to counteract the day of no pumping. I also added in a little more fruit and sweet potatoes, just in case the extra carbs would help boost supply.
So, that's where I'm at. I'll update you with how this strategy works out!
I've kept on track with the diet and workouts. Lilah is doing well - I haven't seen any noticeable difference in her demeanor since switching to Paleo.
Here's a delicious lunch idea that I made the other day. Cucumbers, smoked salmon and guacamole. So delicious and refreshing post-workout!
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