9 more days...

[Serene123]

We're down to 1 feed in the morning, so I'm giving myself untill she's 14 months, and then that's that. It has been a wonderful journey but I know I 100% waited untill we were both ready. She doesn't even miss it, and well.. I do in a way, but it was brilliant while it lasted and I'm so proud of what we've acheived that I don't feel too sad.. That part of our bond is over, but I don't feel like we're missing out on anything. We still have wonderful cuddles and kisses, she's just not attatched to me.

So yeah.. Onwards and upwards!

 

[dippy dee]

You have done absolutley amazing i hope i get as far as you have done xx

 

[Mervs Mum]

Good work lady. Here's to a speedy BFP and a whole new BFing adventure!! x

 

[Panda_Ally]

Well done hun!!! You have done absolutly amazing to feed for soo long!!!

 

[jms895]

You have done fab hun you must be so proud!

PS - your little girl is gorgeous xx

 

[Serene123]

Hopefully!

You need to share your secret, Lisa!

 

[Serene123]

Thank you girls!

I think it'll be harder to stop next time as it could be the last baby for a few years

 

[Mervs Mum]

Primark cheap trashy undies....

 

[Serene123]

Primark cheap trashy undies....

Erm.............?

 

[Mervs Mum]

Tis my secret....never mind naming them after greek goddesses.....Polyester would be more appropriate.....

 

[Serene123]

Hmm..... I wish I could say I won't try it.. but I probably will

 

[KarenLV]

How did you do it Toria? Are you giving a sippy cup instead of breastfeeding? I'm really struggling with weaning as my little boy is very attached to it.Especially the bedtime and naptime breastfeedings.

 

[polo_princess]

Well done on making it so far!!

 

[Serene123]

How did you do it Toria? Are you giving a sippy cup instead of breastfeeding? I'm really struggling with weaning as my little boy is very attached to it.Especially the bedtime and naptime breastfeedings.

I cut out one feed at a time. I offered her milk instead, but she doesn't take it. It was actually a lot easier than I thought. Lots of determination and distraction.

As for feeding to sleep, I just rocked her instead, now a week later she'll fall asleep on her own! I can't believe how much difference it has made not feeding her when she wants.

She has started waking up once in the night but I just cuddle her back to sleep. She's adjusting quickly x

 

[ryder]

How did you do it Toria? Are you giving a sippy cup instead of breastfeeding? I'm really struggling with weaning as my little boy is very attached to it.Especially the bedtime and naptime breastfeedings.

I think you just have to decide to stop it and stick to it... Lots of cuddles etc... He may be attached, but its only because of routine like a dummy or bottle, your his mummy and you are his comfort... he will know that and be fine.

 

[Serene123]

How did you do it Toria? Are you giving a sippy cup instead of breastfeeding? I'm really struggling with weaning as my little boy is very attached to it.Especially the bedtime and naptime breastfeedings.

I think you just have to decide to stop it and stick to it... Lots of cuddles etc... He may be attached, but its only because of routine like a dummy or bottle, your his mummy and you are his comfort... he will know that and be fine.

That's true, but it's hard to accept your baby is going to be alright without you Took me a long time to accept it!

 

[Mervs Mum]

At 9 months he needs some milk still Karen so if he doesnt like a sippy will he take a bottle of formula?

 

[ryder]

How did you do it Toria? Are you giving a sippy cup instead of breastfeeding? I'm really struggling with weaning as my little boy is very attached to it.Especially the bedtime and naptime breastfeedings.

I think you just have to decide to stop it and stick to it... Lots of cuddles etc... He may be attached, but its only because of routine like a dummy or bottle, your his mummy and you are his comfort... he will know that and be fine.

That's true, but it's hard to accept your baby is going to be alright without you Took me a long time to accept it!

Your baby does still need you though. Babies dont NEED to be bf.. They need a loving, safe environment where their needs are met and exceeded... And you have done that, you did a great job, I think everyone is admirable about your long success... But please dont think just because your not bfing that she doesn't need you!

She isn't going to remember breastfeeding as a baby, but she will remember feeling loved and well looked after.

 

[Serene123]

Oh I know, you're completely right... I worded that wrong. It isn't that she doesn't need me, just that she doesn't need to be fed from me anymore. It was really hard to accept that she didn't need BF anymore. Once I did accept it, completely, it became so much easier!