Breastfeeding moms.......?

Question

How long did you breastfeed for? or how long are you planning to? They say up to a year but I am not up to breastfeeding for 1 year.

Answer 1

Right now I am on month number 9 and counting. My goal is to hit one year,but I have been slowly weening my son. He has formula when I'm at work and breast milk at home. He gets solid foods first and then breast milk on my days off. Breastfeeding can be hard,you have to do what you feel is right,if you can't do a full year don't feel bad at least your baby got the milk period. Some moms have a hard time lactating and have to give formula. At least you have a choice and can control the situation.

Answer 2

I have 3 sons and my first son I breastfed for 6 months, my 2nd son for just under 8 months and my 11 month old son stopped breastfeeding about 2 months ago. I think at least 3 months to get a good amount of the benefits you get from breastfeeding for both you and the baby. The most healthy of the milk is the colustrum which is in your breasts right after the baby is born for a few days. That's the best milk for him/her. I tried to go a year because they suggest that. I really start losing my supply anywhere between 6-9 months but it all depends on how much you breastfeed. The more you breastffeed the more milk you will have. It's definitely great to nurse for you and the baby. Baby's are known to have higher IQ's , less ear infections, etc the list goes on.....You also get benefits such as a decreased risk in breast cancer....Any breast feeding is great though. Good luck!

Answer 3

First baby was 8 months, second baby is 8 months and counting. I was super against breastfeeding more than 10 or 12 months, but now I plan on going much longer (though not exclusively, of course!).

Once you know all the facts and can get beyond the social stigma, it might be something you would consider. La Leche League International has a great website, and going to a breastfeeding support group will help you understand why 1+ years is not necessarily a bad choice.

Answer 4

I am breastfeeding my 6 month old baby and planning to do so up to 1 year. There's nothing wrong with breastfeeding specially after you survive the first crucial weeks. After 2 months your milk supply is almost established, you won't have a sore nipple and you don't feel engorgement any more. It is a great way to bond with your baby particularly when she turns into a responsive little cuty. It has also worked for me in night time feedings; much easier and handy. Did I mention that I had planned to nurse up to 6 months? And now at 6 months old I feel I could do it till we both decide it's enough. You would feel the same way, just give it some time.

Answer 5

I have a 4 1/2 month old and I have been breastfeeding the entire time. I plan on doing this until she is a year old. It's convenient for me to do it. It gives me a break at work when I have to pump. It's cheaper and I hate getting out of the bed in the middle of the night. If you can't do it that long then try for 6 months. If you're not up to that then atleast you tried. Don't knock yourself for it. If you're feeling not sure about it, then I know how you feel! I think a lot of women will know. Just be careful when weaning your baby if you decide to. Because formula is really heavy on their stomach. Do it very slowly.

Answer 6

I am currently breastfeeding and my child is just 12 weeks old. I plan to breastfeed as long as possible up to 1 year because it really is the ideal food for the baby, it helps their immune function, and it has helped me lose the pregnancy weight. I am also pumping my milk for days that I am at work so he can still have breastmilk.

Answer 7

I breast fed my daughter for a year. She naturally weaned off to a sippy cup by her first birthday. Some babies prefer to nurse longer.

I know it's a hassle to a point, but there are some real pluses to nursing. First - how much cheaper can it get? You don't pay extra for feeding the baby until they start getting into solid foods. Second - with all the data on research that's come out in the past couple of years, breast feeding does so much to protect your child's health that it's worth the hassle. Plus, a lot of times, they're the few times during the day when you have the best excuse in the world to take a load off your feet and take a time out...and nobody can tell you not to.

Answer 8

My wife went back to work after about 3 months and tried to pump. She had no luck pumping so our daughter was given formula during the day and breast fed at night. This lasted a couple more months until the long periods between breast feeding caused my wife to dry up. Then formula until she was 12-13 months old. Then whole milk and jar baby food.

Answer 9

With oldest 8 months
With middle 5 weeks
With baby still breastfeeding and she is 8 months.I want to go to a year.But we will see.

You should stop breastfeeding when you feel like you want to stop.You don't need to do it for a year.You just do it for how ever long you feel like doing it.

Good Luck!

Answer 10

I've been breastfeeding my son for 14 months now and I plan to continue to do so until he is 18 months. Don't worry, it gets much easier as the baby get older. Don't feel guilty about your decision, however, this is only one you can make. Its beneficial to feed your baby breast milk until 6 months - anytime after that is a bonus. You are doing fine and it's OK to stop when you decide to.