So I always read these lovely accounts of BFing in which the mothers discuss how much they loved when their babies would gently stroke their faces or chests while nursing.
And then there's my child. This was the aftermath of a nursing session earlier today:
GOLD / coconut / 8266 posts
@heartonastring: I have to admit that I laughed when I read this and saw your picture but ouch! That must hurt!
pomegranate / 3895 posts
@swedishfish: Not to worry...I think it's hilarious too 
It actually doesn't hurt that much. I didn't even realize until I looked in the mirror awhile after feeding her and saw all the scratches!
pomegranate / 3759 posts
Ouch! This would have been us for sure had LO not put up that same fight at 4 months.
cantaloupe / 6751 posts
Ouch! My LO went through a phase when she would scratch me all over my chest. Thankfully it passed w/out any lasting scars!
kiwi / 689 posts
Right there with you, mama! I had scratches on my face this morning. Such a good look for my 9am meeting. 
cantaloupe / 6017 posts
Haha! T loves to grab my mouth and nose...I have all these scabs on my face from it!
GOLD / wonderful pea / 17697 posts
Mine went through this phase. I cut his nails every other day now. And stopped nursing him immediately when he started to scratch. For him it was just a phase though. Now he just pats.
pomegranate / 3895 posts
@Smurfette: No, I just cut them this morning! I obviously left a sharp edge though...I have since filed it down.
papaya / 10343 posts
Oh man! I'd duct tape some mittens on those little hands for your own protection.
wonderful cherry / 21504 posts
Ouch!
If it makes you feel better I think C gave me a hickey on my chest while I had her in the baby carrier.
pomegranate / 3895 posts
It's mostly my own fault. She's obsessed with my necklace, so she spends a lot of time grabbing it and scratching me in the process...yet I continue to wear it.
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