I can't believe I found this article on babycenter!

[angelpie545]

It's an article that gives some good information on extended breastfeeding! Some of the information on the second page isn't entirely correct, but overall the whole feel seems to be supportive.

http://www.babycenter.com/0_extended...or-you_8496.bc

[frontierpsych]

believe it or not, babycenter is where I first heard about extended nursing, UC, non-vaxing, and a lot of other surprisingly "crunchy" stuff.


Oh yeah, and this thread is probably going to get locked soon. I believe talking about other sites like BBC is a no-no.

[angelpie545]

Oh whoops didn't know that...I just thought that discussing their forums was off-limits, not their articles. My bad.

[annettemarie]

Originally Posted by frontierpsych

believe it or not, babycenter is where I first heard about extended nursing, UC, non-vaxing, and a lot of other surprisingly "crunchy" stuff.


Oh yeah, and this thread is probably going to get locked soon. I believe talking about other sites like BBC is a no-no.

That is incorrect. Discussing other online conversations is a (comments on blogs, message boards, etc). Linking to an article is fine.

[junipermuse]

That's a really nice article, just so common sense. I'm glad its in such a mainstream place for mom's to read. Who knew that Baby center could be so crunchy?

[frontierpsych]

Originally Posted by annettemarie

That is incorrect. Discussing other online conversations is a (comments on blogs, message boards, etc). Linking to an article is fine.

Ohhhhh... okay

[frontierpsych]

Originally Posted by junipermuse

That's a really nice article, just so common sense. I'm glad its in such a mainstream place for mom's to read. Who knew that Baby center could be so crunchy?

actually, there's a ton of women in my DDC there who are still nursing. Such a high circ rate, though.

[Ruthla]

I think that was a great article!

I loved how they phrased it: "Why nursing your toddler is a good idea" "Making extended breastfeeding work for you" and, my favorite phrasing of all "Why nursing your toddler can be a challenge."

They could have easily said "why nursing your toddler is a bad idea" to balance out the "why nyt is a good idea" or phrased both as "advantages to EN" vs "disadvantages to EN." The whole tone of the article was supportive- here's why it's a good idea, the "bad parts" listed as "challenges" rather than "reasons you shouldn't do it" and ending with practical advice.

[rmzbm]

Originally Posted by junipermuse

That's a really nice article, just so common sense. I'm glad its in such a mainstream place for mom's to read. Who knew that Baby center could be so crunchy?

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[hipmummy]

Wow that was great. It was not as stong on NIP. But it was very clear and concise. I like the snappy comeback too!