I need links to SPECIFIC sites about the benefits of extended nursing. I plan to laminate it and whip it out when get a hard time about nursing my toddler. Thanks.
2006-07-04 08:04:15 · 9 answers · asked by loira74 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
One of these should appeal to you
http://www.kellymom.com/bf/bfextended/ebf-benefits.html
http://www.breastfeeding.com/helpme/helpme_asklc_ans85.html
http://www.breastfeeding.com/helpme/helpme_asklc_ans92.html
i am glad to hear that you want to extend breast feeding...one thing is for sure....it is definitely good for both baby and mother.
good luck
2006-07-04 08:16:15 · answer #1 · answered by Pinky Patel 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
VoiceofReason is obviously ignorant about breastfeeding. The World Health Organization and the AAP both encourage extended nursing at least until the age of 2. I nursed my first for 18 months and will probably nurse my second as long if he would like. I have high risk pregnancies and would like to get pregnant before our youngest turns 2, otherwise I would continue until the age of 2... my personal limit for nursing.
2006-07-08 06:24:46 · answer #2 · answered by beenthere 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don`t actually have an answer for you, but I just want to say don`t let anyone coerce or shame you into quitting breastfeeding before you`re ready. I nursed 2 of mine till they were 2, and I currently am breastfeeding a 9 month old, who will get it probably till around that age as well. I recently read a pamphlet on it. did you know that after 7 years ( all combined ) of breastfeeding, a woman has virtually no chance of getting breast cancer. Unless she gets it by heredity. and also has drastically reduced her chances of getting ovarian and uterine cancers as well. babies who are breastfed for extended periods also benefit. they are far less likely to be diagnosed with ADHD, they get sick less often, and fewer allergies just to name a few.
2006-07-06 17:24:50 · answer #3 · answered by deb 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I second (or third, or whatever) the suggestion to check with a local LLL consultant. HOWEVER, there are a few LLL leaders out there who will poo-poo extended breastfeeding, just like there are a few midwives out there who will tell you it's better to just get the epidural. I recommend visiting mothering.com/discussions and visiting either the extended breastfeeding or the lactavist forum, and asking this exact question there. Good for you!!!
2006-07-04 11:54:59 · answer #4 · answered by Call me AL 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
AWESOME! Congratulations on your choice! You and your baby will be better off for it!
I nursed my daughter for 3 years!
2006-07-04 16:45:01 · answer #5 · answered by Becca 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The laleche league for women would be the best place to look for that kind of information...why you would ever want to nurse a toddler, I don't know, but that would be the best place to get your information. They are firm believers in breast feeding.
2006-07-04 08:27:53 · answer #6 · answered by mommy_2_liam 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Good for you for doing what you know is best for your baby regardless of what the uninformed masses say. Here you go:
http://www.babycenter.com/refcap/toddler/toddlerbreastfeed/8496.html
http://www.breastfeed-essentials.com/nursetoddler.html
http://iparenting.com/sears/answers/nursepast1.htm
2006-07-04 10:08:12 · answer #7 · answered by Phyremuse 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
numerous experts and pediatricians state that there are no specific benefits to the child for extended breastfeeding. the only benefit is to the mother and usually it concerns her inability to not let go and let her child grow up naturally, in fact long term studies of extended breasting show that it is detrimental to the child's psyche....please re-valuate your reasons for doing so and consider the consequences for your child not yourself. in your 'question' it sounds like you want something to prove you are 'right' and are waging a battle with those who disagree with your method rather than doing what is best...think about it. in saying that it is difficult especially in this day and age to 'let go and let grow' your children, its natural to want to keep them close and protect them but you can protect them too much and when they enter school etc. and the real world around them closes in they will be unprepared for it...let your child grow up.
2006-07-04 08:14:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
you go girl! don't worry what others say. it is your choice and as long as your child isn't asking you verbally for boob, don't listen to what others say. dr. sears believes in it!
2006-07-04 10:24:06 · answer #9 · answered by msmayasmom 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋