Should I keep "nursing?"

[nalusj]

Couldn't think of a good title for my post.  So, DD is 20 mos old.  Until I went back to work (2 mos ago) she nursed about 2-3 times a day... kinda on demand.  My supply is pretty much gone and I feel zero let down.  I can squeeze milk out but I doubt much is there.  So, DD asks to nurse, but not every day.  She has gone up to 3 days without asking and then asks again.  I know she is getting zero milk but still wants/needs to "nurse."  I am wondering how long I should let her "nurse" when really it's only a comfort thing.  I don't mind at all, and actually enjoy the time together, but am starting to think we should end the nursing relationship.  Any thoughts or experience with this situation would be helpful.  

Thanks in advance.  :)

[Ish'smom]

You need to do what feels right to you, but my advice is to keep nursing until she is done.  I think at this age the comfort nursing is so so important, it is a big part of your relationship and you will both miss it.  You should make sure that you are both ready to move on.  I weaned my son when he wasn't ready and I still feel pain and regret over it.

[nalusj]

Thanks for the reply.  I would like to keep nursing as I think it's good bonding for dd and I.  Plus, it helps so much when she is sad, hurt, scared, whatever.  I guess I am just wondering how long you keep it up when there is really no milk.  

[Marissamom]

as long as you keep nursing a little, there will be a little milk, but really it sounds like it's not about the milk for her at all anymore. just the comfort it gives. I'd guess if it's only every 2-3 days she's not too far from weaning herself, though every kid is different in their weaning timeline. as long as you're still okay with it I would keep going until she's done.

[nalusj]

Yes, I think you are right.  I guess I am just comparing to having a letdown where I know she is gulping milk.  I will continue to let her nurse when needed.  Even the tiny amount she is now getting has got to provide some health benefits along with the obvious emotional.  I just love how nursing calms my dd when when is sad or hurt.  It's like magic.   Mama magic.  :)

[ElliesMomma]

try to boost your supply?? eating oatmeal in large quantities does it for me.