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My pediatrician told me to go away for a weekend if I really was struggling. I ended up just cutting down one nursing session per day over the course of several weeks. It was hard and he still asks for it occasionally but we’ve both survived this far
My toddler liked these as a transition cup Nuby 2-Pack Two-Handle No-Spill Super Spout Grip N' Sip Cups, 8 Ounce, Pink and Purple https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IN8OHAA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_EGnlCb5TEHYBC and yeah I’m seriously considering a business trip as a weaning device so ...solidarity?
How old is she? I basically just distracted her as much as possible when she asked and tried to cut down feeding that way.
@BBDO 1 Your post made me cry...because you completely nailed it. It’s mostly because I feel like I “should”... Have decided to try a slightly slower pace, as I just can’t bear causing her such upset (and then spending the rest of the night crying myself).
Thanks to everyone for your input, it’s been so helpful
I have a friend who nursed her son until he was almost four. L O T S of people had opinions about it, but she enjoyed the bonding time with him.
If you still enjoy it, and don’t really want to stop, don’t. Do what works for you and your daughter; everyone else can have a seat.
Anyone have tricks for teaching a toddler how to drink from anything but a bottle? I’m dying here.
Thank you all so much!!! Just bought one of every cup and target and started praying :)
I foolishly believed she’d just be ready to quit at a reasonable age. My plan was always to nurse until 2, but she’s now turned 3 and she’s no closer to being ready. She’s a great eater, so it’s purely about comfort for her. I’ve even tried vinegar on the nipples, but she wasn’t fooled... I just don’t know what to do.
Do you want to wean? Or feel pressured to because she’s getting older? If it’s working for both of you, why not keep going? If you’re ready to wean, then I’d do what AD1 suggested and go away for a weekend, and explain beforehand that when you get back you’ll be more than happy to snuggle and give lots of hugs, but no more nursing. I’d try to mentally prepare her as much as possible leading up to it. Good luck!
I’ve read a lot of stories about parents just really excessively talking about stopping for a week or two before, repeating it to prepare the child. And then standing firm, and again, talking about it a lot, their feelings, what you used to do, what you do now, etc
My daughter was 2.7 I appealed to her ego and said your a big girl and you don’t need the boob . She shrugged and said ok . I was floored .