9 Amazing Beautiful Breastfeeding Poems for Nursing Moms

Breastfeeding is a very selfless act that helps babies with nourishment and growth for the first six months of birth. Most mothers cannot put down their thoughts of feeding their kids with their milk. However, a few mothers are able to capture and pen down this beautiful experience in the form of an inspirational poem that resonates with every mother. These poems about breastfeeding often reflect the intimate bond formed between mother and child during this time, the challenges overcome, and the deep sense of fulfillment and love that accompanies this nurturing act. By expressing these emotions in poetry, they preserve their personal memories and provide comfort and encouragement to other mothers on similar journeys.

9 Best Poems About Breastfeeding That Nursing Moms Can Relate To 

Here is a list of nine breastfeeding poems by mothers who were able to pour down their funny and emotional experiences of breastfeeding on a paper. 

1. A Short Breastfeeding Poem – By Cristina Dimuro Trnik 

The softness of the blanket
You asleep on my breast
There is nothing better than…
The calm, the quiet, the rest
Your beautiful face in the dark…
This warm, snuggly feeling…
It’s simply the best
I love you.

2. Let Them Judge – By J. Kontos at Counseling Mama 

Mama, let them judge.
They are going to “unapprove” anyways.
Some people will just be critical no matter what you say.
What does your heart say?
Mama, what does your heart say?
You know your baby from the inside out.
Do not let those from the outside instill their doubt.

3. Milky Valentine – By Gráinne Evans 

Lying cosy in my arms, eyes gazing into mine,
Love flowing from my breast as peacefully you dine,
On milk made from kisses, Mother Nature’s sweet design.
Connecting in these moments, hearts and souls align.
Blissfully I fall in love with my Milky Valentine.

4. A Funny Breastfeeding Poem – By Rebecca Skermer 

Don’t use my tits as a teether!
My nipples and I need a breather
They’re being misused
And I’m not really amused
I don’t find it cute, either.
You will not get milk with your gnawing
Your gnashers are piercing and scoring
One day you’ll draw blood
And that’ll be no good
I’ll get you a dummy, and that’s boring!

5. Poem About Pumping in the NICU – By Grainne Evans at The Breast of Rhymes

A photo sits beside me, a machine plugged in.
The whirl of suction motors, tissues in the bin.
Milk drips into plastic, ounce after precious ounce.
Arms longing for my baby, to kiss and hold and bounce.

Wall clocks tick-tock and cold plumps hum low.
Through endless NICU days and nights painfully slow.
A voice within me whispers, ‘Keep going, don’t you stop.”
I’m pumping for my baby and there’s love in every drop.

6. Poem About Realities of Daily Breastfeeding – By Carla Molina at All Of Me Now 

Ringlet on arm,
Lips on breast.
Toes
Scratch, scratch,
Scratching my thigh.
Your body curling into mine.
Breakfast.
In bed.

7. Breastmilk – By Gráinne Evans 

Some say it’s nature’s “Liquid Gold”,
A gift more precious than anything sold.
Some say it forms a bond like no other,
Of connection and trust between baby and mother.
Some say the milk babies get from their mamas,
Is the super food you can make in your pyjamas.
Some say it’s unique and cannot be matched,
Its secrets imparted when baby is latched.
Some say, from Hera’s breast, the spray,
Formed what we still call, The Milky Way.
Some say it’s a powerful healing elixir,
A mysterious, milky, all around fixer.
Maybe it’s a little of all of the above,
Or maybe it’s simply Liquid LOVE.

8. Cuddle Them – By Gráinne Evans

Cuddle them while you pace the floor
Cuddle them though your back hurts sore
Cuddle them when they’re clingy and hot
Cuddle them more when you’re frazzled and fraught
Cuddle them as they nurse from left to right
Cuddle them to sleep and all through the night
Cuddle them while you binge your favourite TV
Cuddle them close as you drink your cold tea
Cuddle them in a sling as you go about your day
Cuddle them at the cafe, park or soft play
Cuddle them when you don’t know what else to try
Cuddle them while one or both of you cry
Cuddle them so they’re never afraid or alone
Cuddle them because you’re their safe place, their home
Cuddle them ‘cos it’s what your heart needs too
Cuddle them now so they learn what to do
Cuddle them as long as they’ll allow you to,
And someday when they’re grown,
They’ll cuddle you.

9. Silver Boobies – By Gráinne Evans

Congratulations Mama on getting to month 6!
For fueling all baby’s rolls, giggles and tricks,
With milk tailor made and lovingly fed,
Through good times and tough, you’ve come out ahead,
‘Cos half a year breastfeeding, means you’re not newbies,
And earns you the coveted “Silver Boobies”!

It’s no mean feat and no small thing,
All the love and protection and joy it can bring,
To nurse your baby, watch them thrive and grow.
Just think that first feed was 6 months ago!
So be proud and celebrate what you’ve done,
And look forward to new messy mealtime fun!

You’ve learned so much on this journey together,
And if you choose to continue it only gets better,
‘Cos the gift of breastfeeding is something to treasure.
With memories you’ll cherish forever and ever.

FAQs

1. How can breastfeeding poems help new nursing moms?

Breastfeeding poems can provide emotional support and a sense of connection for new nursing moms. They can help validate their experiences, offering comfort and understanding during challenging times. These poems can also inspire and uplift mothers, reminding them of the beauty and significance of their nurturing role.

2. Can writing breastfeeding poems benefit the mothers themselves?

Yes, writing breastfeeding poems can be therapeutic for mothers. It provides an outlet for expressing their thoughts, emotions, and experiences related to breastfeeding. This creative process can help mothers process their feelings, reduce stress, and foster a deeper appreciation for their breastfeeding journey.

This collection of beautiful poems can inspire other mothers, help them overcome postpartum depression, and love their babies even more. Breastfeeding is a beautiful act of love that creates an amazing connection between the infant and the mother.

Also Read:

Breastfeeding Quotes for New Mothers
Tips on How Breastfeed a Newborn Baby
How Breastfeeding Will Change as With Your Infant’s Age?

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