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Weaning :(

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So, we decided to wean A. I'm really torn about it. We've had 26+ good months, but he's just gotten obsessed with it this past week or so. Before this change, he was good with just once a day. (*side note* we're currently bedsharing due to living with MIL).

He never asks during the day, but started waking 5-6x a night crying for "boob." We thought it had to do with anxiety over starting daycare mid-August, so I let him nurse, then he got sick. But now he's healthy and mostly adjusted to DC, but keeps waking to nurse. If I say no, then a 20min fit ensues.

So, last night was night 2 of no nursing. I'm sad that I didn't know our last time happened, and I always said I wouldn't quit on a bad day. I also don't like "cold turkey," but he's not one you can say yes to sometimes without a major fit when I say no.

Last night went okay. He only cried like two minutes after each No.

I guess I'm not looking for any answers, just a little support because this isn't going as I had hoped, and I'm a little sad to be done (although relieved, too). Thinks for reading. You deserve a cookie:

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Re: Weaning :(

  • sarahandeddiejune212008sarahandeddiejune212008 member
    I'm sorry. I felt the same way when I weaned A at 24m. I didn't intend on fully weaning her, but she was asking like 12+ times a day. Once I realized we were really done I was so sad. I still miss it, but we still get lots of snuggles in. You did an awesome job getting this far. Most mom's don't even dream of going 2+ years. Be proud of your accomplishment and embrace this new phase of your relationship. Getting a full nights sleep is amazing!
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  • ashleynakaashleynaka member
    @versed‌ sorry to hear you are torn. I would be feeling the same way too. I am still nursing, but only a few times a day, mostly for sleep. I too am dreading the day our nursing ends. You did a wonderful thing, not to mention tandem! I honestly don't know if I am going to be able to do that when the time comes, so super huge kudos to you! Lots of cuddles will hopefully help things get better over time.
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