2006-09-21 01:25:52 · 14 answers · asked by Jenny M 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
start introducing the bottle especially when they seem to be just wanting to suck and when they are really hungry. refusal can be expected but just stay persistant
2006-09-21 01:31:49 · answer #1 · answered by Enigma 6 · 0⤊ 5⤋
At that age, I'd suggest distraction and substitution. Changes in routines may be helpful. Like someone else said, the before bed nursing will probably be the last one that you drop. Go gently and slowly so that it's easier on both of you. Drop a feeding about every 5 days or so, unless you are still feeling engorged.....then you'd want to wait another day or two for that to subside.
No need to introduce a bottle....I'd suggest a sippy cup at this age.
Good job nursing so long! Don't let anyone else pressure you.....if you still enjoy it there is nothing wrong with continuing. If you are ready to wean, the link below will give you good info.
2006-09-21 01:32:11 · answer #2 · answered by momma2mingbu 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Wow you've some issues to tackle. None will be ordinary and could truly no longer ensue in one day! Weaning from breast: The longer you wait previous the 12 month the more advantageous sturdy it receives! do not starve toddler yet attempt skipping breastfeeding a consultation an afternoon and furnish a cup really. putting breast milk interior the cup ought to also help the transition. attempt distinct cup, colour , length etc. be affected human being! the first and extremely last feedings of the day are the toughest. attempt giving the toddler milk in a cup before different feedings to attempt to reduce down breast time. drowsing on my own. Like feedings commence interior the mid day. positioned toddler in crib, supply him a small blanket or toy. he's discover to being with you, so he may wish a diversion with protection. in the course of the day lay him down, enable him cry. make confident is positive at circumstances, yet do no longer seek for suggestion from with him and do not %. him up!! it really is the toughest section!! this can take time, yet you should be consistent!! once you commence the transition at nighttime, you should have a recurring. One is: bath, studying, feeding, mattress. My toddler is 3 hundred and sixty 5 days and sleeps in her crib. i'm having the conflict immediately with weaning at mattress time. she will be ready to take a cup for many the day, yet for nap time and bedtime is confusing to interrupt!! i will't rigidity sufficient how properly recurring is!! solid luck!!
2016-11-23 12:44:49 · answer #3 · answered by orum 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I went to La Leche League for their tips and naturally weaning was near the bottom of their table of contents: http://www.lalecheleague.org/FAQ/FAQMain.html
Are you pumping? This helps to provide the child with the breast milk that REALLY does help with childhood sickness. Also using a bottle and a cup helps make that transition. I was able to breastfeed up until my child's 11 month we both had colds and she just was not interested anymore. I wish I had continued to pump until she was 2 or 3 or 30 I lost weight appropriately and look darn good during that time. Is your child ready to be wean and around enough "big" kids to see them using a cup is also helpful.
2006-09-21 01:50:45 · answer #4 · answered by ete 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you haven't already, start phasing out the feedings the baby is least interested in (usually daytime and early evening ones). Eventually, you can get down to just one...like the bedtime one. During this time take the don't offer, don't refuse approach. That's where we had gotten to when I had to quit cold turkey because of an infection on my breasts (at 14 months). Once I absolutely had to quit or run the risk of infecting my baby, she still wanted that one or 2 feedings. So because my refusal to nurse her upset her, I would have to hide while my husband coaxed her into drinking her cow's milk. After her thirst was quenched I could reappear and she wouldn't be upset. Good luck.
2006-09-21 02:11:57 · answer #5 · answered by JordanB 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How often are you breastfeeding now? Try cutting out one breastfeeding session a week and offering the baby a cup of milk or another sort of snack at that time. The last session you should cut out is the feeding before bed time.
2006-09-21 01:28:15 · answer #6 · answered by HoosierMommy06 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Breastfeeding for 2 years is very good for the baby to get the antibody from the mother,some factors of birth spacing,not prone to the infection.
2006-09-21 01:38:17 · answer #7 · answered by Chuong Seng Ly 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Drop feeds gradually until there is only one before bed, when I was ready to drop that feed with my daughter I simply went about the normal bedtime routine but substitute the breast for a baby cup, it worked and I didn't have to worry about bottles.
2006-09-21 01:43:15 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Stop the day feeds give milk instead give nightly feeds for a few more days then just stop all together. Thats how I did it with both my boys at 12 mths. They didnt really notice as they were satisfied with there meals and milk in bottles at night.
2006-09-21 01:33:23 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
i have the same questions to many docs they advised me to continue breast feeding for 2 years as it is very very essential for child`s immunity and brain development after 2 years they will help to stop the milk
rest try to put some bitter juice or any bitter on your nipples and put it in babies mouth
i know it is harsh and i have not dared to do it , if you have the heart go ahead , the best will either neem juice or bitter gourd vegetable
2006-09-21 01:54:24 · answer #10 · answered by may_minu 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I did this untill 18 months. By the my daughter was only nursing at night. I just had her sleep over grammys a couple of nights. She saw me during the day. When she would want me I would give her her cup. That was the end. She didn't fight it.
2006-09-21 01:32:02 · answer #11 · answered by erinjl123456 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋