Birth of You&Milk
The Milky Adventure with a capital A
This Adventure is first and foremost that of our faMILKy.
The one who was born with our little Thelma, who arrived like a sunshine in 2018.
Joined by our sweet and strong little Andrea two years later.
And finally our third treasure, Marin, who arrived like an obvious gift, in June 2023.
Carried by Edouard, my "binhomme".
But before telling you about what made us want to create a Brand that truly reflects you in your breastfeeding journey, I have a few confessions to make...
Breastfeeding came as a surprise!
I often like to say that breastfeeding came to find me, and it's so true! I, who didn't plan to breastfeed Thelma when I was carrying her inside me, I see her again, latched onto my breast during our welcome feeding, later on my tank top, with her look full of love and mischief!
At first, I was apprehensive about breastfeeding, I cried a little, I held on, I loved it, no, I adored it, and I never wanted to give it up. To live more than two years of breastfeeding adventure with Thelma! If someone had told me that a few years ago, I would never have believed it (which just goes to show, motherhood is knowing how to say "never again will I say never!", you follow me ;)?
Andréa, whom I was sure I wanted to breastfeed like her big sister, and whom I had to support during her first weeks of life with a breast pump. Her prematurity and health complications did not allow us to have a simple and smooth start to our breastfeeding journey. But no matter, we held on, as a family. We didn't give up, and I can tell you that I was apprehensive about that first feeding, fearing that our little girl wouldn't "make it"... but what strength Andréa has, what determination our little girl! We made it, and our breastfeeding adventure is just beginning!
And our gentle Marin, with whom breastfeeding was established right away in a very smooth, obvious way, as if I was able to trust myself, let go, and stop questioning everything!
Three breastfeeding experiences so different, so unique. Just as beautiful and powerful.
It was during the summer of 2018, when Thelma was barely a month old, on our first vacation as three, that I realized no, I couldn't find anything that suited me in this breastfeeding clothes selection.
Fast fashion, no thanks. Basic t-shirts, yes, but what else? I discovered a very limited breastfeeding wardrobe, not very fashion-forward, and especially not in line with my deep love for a wardrobe that is both original and practical, casual and feminine.
Breastfeeding freely, never compromising between style and practicality, that's what I was looking for, without finding it!
I didn't want to choose between wearing the essential tops I love and breastfeeding. And after all, why choose when you can have it all! Right?!
Nursing clothes: finally offering something different!
I have always been a great lover of Fashion, trends, strong and original pieces.
Breastfeeding and seeing the current market offer for breastfeeding women, I quickly became disillusioned!
The idea was to find a top that was both timeless, like the essential piece you want to have in your wardrobe, and easy to wear for breastfeeding, in all circumstances, without being too sophisticated.
It can never be said enough, fulfilling breastfeeding is certainly being calm, having confidence in yourself and your baby, eating well, drinking plenty of water, resting (ouch!), being well surrounded and reassured daily, within your close and emotional circle.
But successful breastfeeding is also feeling good in your skin and in your clothes.
After long conversations with my friends and many young mothers, I quickly realized that many already felt like they "didn't complete their breastfeeding plan as they had promised themselves," but added to that was the weight of their reflection in the mirror: wearing clothes that were comfortable but often unflattering to their figure, a figure they were already trying to reclaim after the arrival of the baby.
Breastfeeding and dressing easily while loving yourself in your clothes, I wanted to make that possible through You & Milk!
And I even want to say that it is highly recommended to fully experience this magical moment of your life. It should even be reimbursed by health insurance (we're working on it haha!).
Be proud to give the best of yourself to your little baby, to do it for a few minutes, a few hours, a few weeks, a few months, or even longer! ♡
Live your breastfeeding simply, freely and above all, without judgment!
Being supported and coached (because breastfeeding is not always a smooth journey) by the father of our 3 children, by my loved ones, being accompanied and relieved when needed, allowed me to savor these intense moments of my motherhood like I never could have imagined. And if, through our nursing clothes, you feel like a woman, a mother, and comfortable in your own skin, then we will have succeeded in the most beautiful bet!
Milk with love ♡
Aurélie & faMILKy
