My little girl is weaning...sad and proud

[Melly24]

My gorgeous little girl is 27 months, and today she hasn't wanted nums at all

I am almost 21 weeks pregnant, and I was pretty sure this day was coming soon as she's been dropping heaps of feeds and I am completely dry.

I am quite unexpectedly sad. The last time I fed her was yesterday and what was going through my head was "I hate it I hate it I hate it". I've been struggling with the horrible creepy crawly feelings, and I'm gutted that this is the last thought I had while breastfeeding my beautiful daughter.

Part of me wants to encourage her to continue, but another part of me wants her to be done. I was hoping to tandem nurse, but I just hate the pain and skin crawling feelings.

But I cant believe I'm not going to breastfeed her anymore

[ps4624]

I couldn't read your post and not respond. You have given your daughter a wonderful, beautiful gift by nursing her as long as you have. The feelings of guilt are self imposed - she has no idea what you were thinking and I'm sure has nothing but positive feelings about your nursing relationship. Let go of the guilt, mama and relax. You have done an awesome job!

[sosurreal09]

its ok sweetie you did the best you could and DD will always know how loved she is and what a strong bond you two have! 2 yrs is the recommended amout of time and you went beyond that! you go girl!

[Katie T]

Originally Posted by ps4624

I couldn't read your post and not respond. You have given your daughter a wonderful, beautiful gift by nursing her as long as you have. The feelings of guilt are self imposed - she has no idea what you were thinking and I'm sure has nothing but positive feelings about your nursing relationship. Let go of the guilt, mama and relax. You have done an awesome job!

This, I couldn't have said it better! Give yourself a huge pat on the back and hug!!!!