I am pregnant and plan on breastfeeding for the babies first year. My husband on the other hand, thinks that it is disgusting to feed that long and that I should stop at 6 months. How do I convince him that one year is normal? Do most guys think this way or is it just my hubby? What did your husbands/boyfriends think of breastfeeding?
Thanks!
2006-11-17 01:39:58 · 25 answers · asked by Nikki 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Thank You guys so much for your answers. You made me feel so much better about my choice!!!
2006-11-17 03:13:54 · update #1
It's just cultural. Some cultures they breastfeed for much longer than a year even. Babies who are breastfed for a year are healthier than those breastfed for only six months. They are also smarter and they get sick less often.
Your husband may change his mind once the baby is six months old and he sees how little he/she still is. If not, they're your breasts and you can breastfeed if you want to. It will be harder with a husband who is not supportive, but you can do it.
My husband is very supportive but thinks three years is about the limit. :) Fortunately my daughter weaned before that. :)
2006-11-17 02:24:35 · answer #1 · answered by AerynneC 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Breasfeeding and Husbands/Boyfriends?
2014-12-12 22:51:33 · answer #2 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a husband and a father. The doctors told us to go for atleast a year if we could. Furthermore, it is not only the most nutrutious for the baby, but it is a comfort to them. You may want to mention to your husband that the sooner you stop breastfeeding, the sooner he will have to get up at night and put the baby to sleep. I do think think that going past two years old is a bit odd. I have seen people on tv who let their five and six year old breast feed. I would say do it at least a year. My son is a very healthy and happy little guy.
2006-11-17 01:50:07 · answer #3 · answered by Big Biscuit 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Don't stres it yet. As you breastfeed he will get really used to it and not have a problem with you continuing. It will be so normal for 6 months that it's not like he will suddenly be like "OMG that's gross"!!! Just do it and I bet it will never even be an issue. You may not want to breastfeed that long, anyway. I am at 8 months right now and I am sick of it myself!!! Bottom teeth coming in were no problem, but top teeth KILL!!!
2006-11-17 01:53:22 · answer #4 · answered by In Luv w/ 2 B, 1 G + 1 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Breastfeeding is the natural way of raising a child. Not only does it build a bond between the mother and child, it also gives the child the essential elements it needs to develop a healthy over-all condition.
It is normal to feed the baby up to 18 months, actally the longer the better as this gives the child more nutrients.
Looks like your husband was not close to his mother. Breastfeeding builds the bond between the mother and her child. So don't worry about your husband. I guess he just needs a taste of "mother's milk" to be convinced. You should give him some =)
2006-11-17 02:19:56 · answer #5 · answered by mrandersen 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Good for you and your baby that you are planning to breastfeed that long! It's too bad you husband isn't more supportive. It's a great way for you and the baby to bond as well as all the wonderful health benefits for both of you.
Click on this link for some helpful information and ways to respond to your husband's concerns and to get information to educate him and others on the benefits of breastfeeding.
http://www.kellymom.com/bf/start/prepare/bf-benefits.html#statements
2006-11-17 01:49:37 · answer #6 · answered by Julie F 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
you tell your husband to suck it, that the American pediatric association does not think its disgusting and recommends it. what an out dated idea. tell him to grow up. boobs are for feeding babies, not his sexual needs. some guys (and women) in America unfortunately are brain washed by our society into thinking breast feeding is some how weird unnatural or gross. it is the total opposite its very normal, 100% natural (formula is unnatural processed crap). tell your husband you want what is best for your baby and he should too. and best is breast milk. good for you and congradulations its wonderful that you understadnd the imporatnce of breastfeedign for a full year. actualy many people breastfeed beyond that and the world health orginization (the WHO) states that women should breast feed for a minimum of two years.... so if your husband thinks a year is too long tell him whats actualy best is 2 years or more... maybe that will help striaghten him out that a year is not too long. besides its your breast its your choice not his. i wish you luck.
2006-11-17 01:53:14 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
My husband has told me that it is my choice. We did agree though that 6 months would be the longest that I should do it. While a year isn't uncommon we compromised to the 6 month mark because after that he said he would feel uncomfortable. 6 months of breast feeding is fine, even 6 weeks makes a difference.
I do know some men actually find it very sexy, it's different for every person
2006-11-17 01:58:56 · answer #8 · answered by Melissa J 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋
My husband was so excited when he found out I was planning on breastfeeding--but like you he didn't want me to continue after six months.
It turns out my son wouldn't latch on. He was disappointed when he heard the news that I was no longer breastfeeding but at the same time relieved because he didn't have to worry about our sex life.
Either way--talk to your husband or get another breast feeding mother to talk to him. That way he understand from a real person that it is normal and best for the baby.
2006-11-17 01:49:58 · answer #9 · answered by .vato. 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
He'll get used to it. Plus use the $$$ arguement. Formula is super expensive! Go for even over a year if you can, bfing is so much better for babies health and intelligence! And for your body too.
2006-11-17 02:28:26 · answer #10 · answered by dankloep 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋