How do I respond to people who pressure me to wean my toddler? My mother-in-law is pressuring me to stop breastfeeding my 19-month-old daughter. She says she's too old to nurse and breast milk isn't good for him now that she's over a year old. They also think she behaves too much like a baby and is too attached to me because I nurse her. But we are just not ready to give it up. What should I do?

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Hi Mummy, Breastfeeding journey for toddlers past one year is normal. I know your mom in law not being supportive to the idea is giving you hard time. Perhaps you can explain to her the benefits of bf for toddler. Maybe print the benefits of bf for toddler and ask her to read. :) Or educate your hubby and ask him to tell his mother. Indirectly, ask your mom in law do not interfere you and your child from enjoying the journey. kellymom.com/ages/older-infant/ebf-benefits/

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8y ago

Thank you! ill take note of that.