Breast feeding should be continued for how many years/months?

Answer 1

As per the WHO, UNICEF, etc -- for at least two years, and for as long after that as desired by mother and child.

Answer 2

As long as it works for the woman and baby.

I breastfed till one year, almost 2 and almost 3. I worked shifts and continued to breastfeed. It really didn't make that much of a difference. It was easier to not have to wash bottles or fix formula like I did with my first (he was mixed fed from 4 months on). I never realized what work formula was! Even though I had terrible problems with my first two, we worked through it and it was worth it. Breastfeeding simplified my life!

Don't feel you have to be "on tap" all the time. You can decide for example, only at home, or only before bed. Whatever works for you. Remember that breastmilk doesn't ruin teeth like formula does so you can be more flexible with feeding before sleeping.

Feeding a toddler is different than feeding a newborn. Most babies self-wean between 2 and 3 years. Just take it a day at a time and the day will arrive when you know it's time to call it off.

Answer 3

Best food for a baby is mothers milk, it is completely safe, as when you breast feed the milk is directly going into the baby's mouth without any contamination, what could be better than this?

as far as for how many years and months i agree with the views above.

Answer 4

Best to continue 1-2 years its good for baby health (immunity)their is no chance for second baby means continue 2 year other wise stop it 1 year give alternative healthy food for baby

Answer 5

If you were to ask the doctors, or the AAP (American Academy of Pediatrics), they'd say to breastfeed for at least the first year.

The real life answer, in my opinion, is as long as it's working for both you and your baby. Also, in my opinion, if possible it's best to breastfeed for the first 2 months or until they receive their first vaccinations since the baby is receiving your antibodies in the meantime.

Any amount of breastmilk that you can give your baby is wonderful. It truly is the best thing for her, but it's not always the best answer to your individual situation. What matters most is that you love your baby and give her the best possible care.

Answer 6

At least 1 year, they will wean themselves and you will both find a time to stop. But if you make it until 1 year you are doing great things for your baby's health. It is such a wonderful thing!

Answer 7

as long as possible usually 1-2 years is recommended. But if you arent comfortable with teeth on your breast you shouldnt stop, just start pumping and giving in bottles.

Answer 8

At least 2 years, then until the baby wants to stop.

Answer 9

At least 1-2 years, and for however long both mother and child wish to continue after that.

http://llli.org/FAQ/bflength.html
http://www.kellymom.com/bf/bfextended/index.html

Answer 10

For as long as the baby wants to breastfeed... usually up to 2 yrs of age..
Although some women have children who've breastfed up til the age of 7 yrs old. ...(that's kinda weird to me though..)

Answer 11

I've heard of women breastfeeding up to 2 years....but really it depends on your schedule (if you have to work it will be difficult to breastfeed), how long you are comfortable with breastfeeding, and how long baby will want to breastfeed (my nephew refused to breastfeed past 3 months). I personally don't want to be breastfeeding longer than 1 year.