I'm a bit of a basket case.  I decided yesterday was time to just go ahead and wean my son.  He's 16 1/2 months old.  He only nurses first thing, at naptime, and at bedtime.  It's not really about the milk anymore, as I'm not producing much.

So, yesterday was day 1 and I've been so messed up about it.  Has anyone else had this problem?  I know that I'm unusual in nursing him for so long.  Every one else I know weaned right around 6-9 months.

I know that it's the right time for our family.  It's time to be able to let other people (besides me) put him to bed at night, or put him down for a nap. 

But it's so hard.   I feel like a small part inside me is dying.  Like my usefulness in the life of my son is going away.  He's not a cuddler.  He will sometimes come lean against me while he watches his favorite show, but he doesn't just snuggle.  Nursing was the only time that we had that snuggly closeness. 

But I know, it's not about me.  It's about doing what is best for him, and for our family.  So I am going to be ok. 

Add A Comment