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Breastfeeding Past Infancy

Breastfeeding Past Infancy

Breastfeeding isn’t just for little babies, ya know?! Whilst many mamas stop breastfeeding after six months or after their baby turns one, there are still many more that continue to breastfeed well after babyhood.

Toddler, pre-schoolers and older children can all benefit from breastfeeding and we look at why this is and why we should celebrate breastfeeding longterm.

As a breastfeeding counsellor supporting the National Breastfeeding Helpline, I am well versed in the topic of weaning. In fact, it is my favourite one

When I think about nursing older babies and children, I am filled with joy. For me, it is a feeling of nostalgia as my youngest

In this one-hour special of the boobingit podcast I am joined by broadcaster, campaigner and mama of one Kate Quilton to talk all things breastfeeding.

By Wyatte Grantham-Philips The American Academy of Pediatrics has updated its guidance on breastfeeding – extending the recommended time for parents to breastfeed their children,

There is pressure in every aspect of every avenue of every situation we find ourselves in. Pressure from ourselves, our friends, our families, society, and

When you feel like breastfeeding has been going well, and you and your little one have found your groove, it can completely shake your confidence

‘You’re doing it more for you than him now though, right?’ The question was thrown at me from across the dinner table as I sat

What is extended breastfeeding? Here in the UK we class extended breastfeeding as continuing to nurse past a year of age.  The World Health Organisation

If you spend 10 minutes in a social media group where breastfeeding older children is the norm, you’ll come across the topic of toddler twiddling.

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