How old was your child when you started weaning?
12 months
How long did it take to completely wean?
2 1/2 months
Was weaning decided by you or child-led? Explain...
I was pregnant but she'd already started nursing less.
Is this the first child you've weaned?
Yes
The Best and Worst Parts of Weaning from Breastfeeding
She was unhappy for about two mornings and didn't like cow's milk at first, but we just kept on trying. Overall, it went smoothly and there were no really bad parts.
Here's How We Did It
We started substituting cow's milk in a sippy cup. She was learning to walk, and everything was incredibly exciting, so nursing wasn't quite as important to her.
We cut out one feeding at a time every couple of weeks. The last one (first thing in the morning) was the hardest - we thought hubby should give her the milk, but it turned out best if I gave it to her with a cuddle.
She didn't like cow's milk at first, but we just persisted and gave her yogurt and cheese for her dairy. I definitely didn't want to go to formula or sweetened cow's milk & just have to wean her off that later. Now she loves it - I think it just took her a while to get used to the taste.
Tips and Tricks
- Take it slow
- Just keep trying, your child will adjust
- Get hubby to help but don't worry if your child still favors you
