Nadine-j.de - Steffi - Nov 2010 - Breastmilk Page
In November 2010, photographer Nadine J. documented a deeply personal series titled “Steffi – breastmilk” on her website, nadine-j.de. The project captures Steffi, a young mother, in intimate moments of breastfeeding her baby—focusing on the natural bond, nourishment, and emotional connection between mother and child.
November might have marked a shift — perhaps Steffi was returning to work, noticing a drop in supply, or beginning to introduce solids, reflecting on the emotional side of ending the breastfeeding relationship. nadine-j.de - Steffi - Nov 2010 - breastmilk
Steffi might have been documenting her ongoing experience nursing her baby — challenges like latch issues, pumping at work, or dealing with mastitis. November 2010 posts often carried a seasonal note, with mothers preparing for winter illnesses and sharing how breastmilk provides antibodies. In November 2010, photographer Nadine J
As she began to express her milk, she felt the familiar, heavy ache subside, replaced by a sense of relief and accomplishment. She often thought about the "liquid gold" she produced—how it was a biological marvel, perfectly balanced with nutrients and antibodies. For Steffi, documenting this wasn't just about the act itself, but about celebrating the body’s capability. November might have marked a shift — perhaps
Some bloggers from that era wrote about using breastmilk for baby skin issues (eczema, diaper rash), adding to baby’s bath, or even making breastmilk soap or lotion — an emerging "crunchy" parenting trend around 2009–2011.
