I have personal experience with this. Following are my observations based on my own 24 months of round-the-clock breastfeeding of my children, and the observations and conversations with multiple friends who shared their breastfeeding journey.

Your body is hormonal and emotional. You have to overcome your own reluctance and fear of the experience. If you don't, it'll likely not work.

Most mothers I knew did breastfeed successfully with the proper education, motivation and assistance. Help is out there if you need it.

Breastfeeding is a strange experience that can be off-putting if not properly prepared. There is a strong psychological and sometimes physiological deterrance in the beginning. You have to overcome the following:

~It feels weird and embarrassing at first

~It can be uncomfortable or even hurt in the beginning

~Some people criticize you if you do/or if you don't - stigmas both directions

~There's worry that breast shape and size will suffer afterwards

~Afraid hubby won't like seeing it, some men are off-put by it

~Afraid won't produce adequate, quality milk

~Ties you to the baby as the sole means of sustenance, leaving you feeling that you cannot leave child's side for more than a few hours at a time.

In the end, after persevering and seeing the healthy benefits to both baby and mom and the unexpectedly beautiful bond that is created between the two from the experience, you will be forever glad you did it.