Okay, so I meant to do an update around 9 months but I forgot. So, here we are! Bear is 10 months old and we have survived this far and the finish line is right around the corner. While I fully support anyone's desire to breastfeed for as long as they and their scooter want, I am counting the days until Bear is one and I can wean him without any overwhelming guilt. I'm very ready to be done.
Not that it's horrible for me anymore; Bear is an efficient eater and nurses very quickly. I'd been anxious about him always nursing to sleep but he's been moving away from that of his accord, so that's crossed off the list. Now, it's really more about selfishness on my part. I want to be able to leave him for more than a few hours. I want my body to myself. I'm ready to stop lactating and wear normal bras. I do look back over the last 10 months and marvel that I kept this other human alive with my own body. That's pretty amazing. As I mentioned before, this has never been simple to me. There are lots of pros and cons. If (IF) we decide to have another child I am not sure what I will decide to do.
Any how, weaning tips for a baby who loves breastfeeding are much appreciated. I'm hoping he will just surprise me and not mind weaning too much. That's possible...
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