Sarah,
Hi. Welcome to the boards. I'm fairly new here but it's great to have a place to find like-minded mamas.
Some of your questions might be better answered/discovered on the breastfeeding and parenting issues forums. I think the moderators can help with this if your post needs to be moved to be better seen.
For my 2 cents worth:
First of all, good for you to keep pumping and still giving your baby your precious breastmilk. You are an awesome mama for doing this!
Have you been seeing a lactation specialist? If not, can you find one who can help you with the nipple confusion issues? Also, try La Leche League - they are just about everywhere and can be found on www.lalecheleague.org/ Hopefully you'll be able to find a group close to you.
Also, there is a website for Attachment Parenting International which has links to local groups. It should at least give you a place to start. www.attachmentparenting.org/
Also, maybe there are other MDC mamas in your area who meet up in person and are open to new people.
Congrats on your new baby. I hope this helps you a little bit.
Hugs!
Becka
Hi. Welcome to the boards. I'm fairly new here but it's great to have a place to find like-minded mamas.

Some of your questions might be better answered/discovered on the breastfeeding and parenting issues forums. I think the moderators can help with this if your post needs to be moved to be better seen.
For my 2 cents worth:


Have you been seeing a lactation specialist? If not, can you find one who can help you with the nipple confusion issues? Also, try La Leche League - they are just about everywhere and can be found on www.lalecheleague.org/ Hopefully you'll be able to find a group close to you.
Also, there is a website for Attachment Parenting International which has links to local groups. It should at least give you a place to start. www.attachmentparenting.org/
Also, maybe there are other MDC mamas in your area who meet up in person and are open to new people.
Congrats on your new baby. I hope this helps you a little bit.
Hugs!

Becka