When your older, weaned child asks to breastfeed
My weaned 4 year old asked to breastfeed again. How I handled that, what you can do in that situation, and why I decided to let her. Breastmilk, breastfeeding for the weaned child.
Why I breastfed my 2 year old on a crowded public transit train
by Jessica Martin-Weber This isn’t a statement, it’s not even as significant as a photo op. It’s just a moment. An average, regular, normal moment for my daughter and me….
What does it look like to breastfeed a 2 year old?
What does it look like to breastfeed beyond that 2nd year? For our family it is simple. Breastfeeding beyond societal accepted norms isn’t about anything but the simple, sweet, loving continuation of what we already have.
Saving sanity- Transitioning from breastfeeding naps to quiet time
The old adage to sleep when baby sleeps is all well and good when you have a newborn and only a newborn and that newborn sleeps. But what about when they’ve grown into active toddlers? Or when you have an extroverted preschooler and a newborn? When do you find some time to recharge and rest during the day if you’re a stay at home or work at home parent and especially if you’re a breastfeeding mom? Maybe you can find some rest helping them rest but when a part of your body is required to help someone else sleep, there can come a point when one’s very sanity is threatened. So how do you find space and help the small children grow into adults that can appreciate time alone as well and develop respect for others’ sensitivities?
Six myths about breastfeeding toddlers and preschoolers
Will a child breastfed for 3 years ever learn to use a cup? Are they going to be confused and have mental health issues? These mothers that breastfeed their child for years, are they selfish and in denial about their child growing up? Looking at 6 points many don’t understand about natural duration breastfeeding.
Is breastfeeding past infancy messing up kids?
In a time when more and more teens are having more serious mental health concerns, it’s worth exploring all possible areas and asking if breastfeeding beyond infancy could be related. What about kids that remember breastfeeding, how are they not messed up? Should we be concerned that more women are breastfeeding beyond the 12 month mark and what possible problems could this cause our society?
