nursing at night

Kori - posted on 03/11/2011

my lo is 6.5 he has baby food twice a day but other than that i am nursing and I hope to for a few months still!

Rebecca - posted on 02/05/2011

Why wean if you are happy? The nursing will be giving baby the added benefit of the protective antibodies unique to breastmilk which helps baby's immune system. And it is a lovely bonding time. FYI - fully breastfeed my 3 children until they self weaned at 4.5 years, 15mths and youngest is 2.5 years and still feeding. Do what you feel your are comfortable with.

Karen - posted on 02/05/2011

There is no right or wrong on this. I started weaning my daughter at four months as she was showing interest in the food on my dinner plate. I still breastfed her until she was 9mths old and only stopped as i began to lose a lot of weight because i was still breastfeeding. Commonly health visitors and gp will say your child will let you know when they are ready. If you are nursing long periods of time with little time to rest between feeds, it may be time to start weaning.

D - posted on 01/14/2011

I've exclusively breastfed and he is 4 1/2 months old. I breastfed until 4 months with my other two and am starting to think about switching him to formula. I always feed bad taking the boob away, but I don't want to nurse forever. I know lots of people who bf until a year or two, but I'm not just one of them. Do what you feel is right for you and your baby, don't make anyone push you into a decsion you might regret later. Make sure YOU decide what YOU want to do.

Ashley - posted on 01/04/2011

I actually wanted to wean my son! key word WANTED!!! but it is much more convenient at night and i like the bonding, but plan on weaning at 6 months... we will see..

Kunang - posted on 11/30/2010

You don't need to wean her. There is no reason to unless you yourself wishes to. Its actually good for you and your baby to breastfeed for at least the first year. Why are your friends saying you need to wean?
I'm exclusively breastfeeding my 3 month old and intend on doing it until she self weans.

Leslee - posted on 11/21/2010

Do what you feel is right! I have a 3 month old and I am still primarily breast feeding. I actually just started pumping and introducing her to the bottle to gain some independence as breastfeeding is very demanding but also very rewarding. If you are ready to ween her then have dad start doing the night feedings. She may be very fussy but just be persistant she will be ok! Good luck to you and remember this should be your decision and nobody elses! Do what you feel is right for you and baby...

Kelly - posted on 10/18/2010

Experts say u shouldnt even think about weaning until 6 months of age! Have u tried the next step of formula milk for hungrier babys?? U can cause health problems weaning ur little one too early!!

Lisa - posted on 10/14/2010

Keep nursing.... of course as long as its something you and your baby wants. At 2 months old, the idea of weening shouldn't even come to mind. She's still an infant. Do what you feel is right, but definitely don't let peer pressure make your decision for you.

ANN - posted on 10/09/2010

i use formula before she sleeps but nurse her during night when she wakes as its convenient. i co-sleep and i will continue this till six months then will start weening

Um Obada - posted on 10/07/2010

me too i say stick to nursing......

Susanne - posted on 10/04/2010

Breastfeed as long as you like its your body and your baby. Im feeding my little boy and plan to for at least a year maybe two see how it goes.

Donnita - posted on 10/01/2010

If you want to get some rest at night you could pump during the day and sleep at night (your husband could feed her)

Kelly - posted on 09/30/2010

I nurse primarily, but as long as you have a milk supply you can do both if you wish. There is no reason to ween her unless you want to quit nursing. If it comforts her at night and puts her to bed, I say stick with nursing.