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Weaning while pregnant

AEstelle0920AEstelle0920 member
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our beautiful 17 month old is still breastfeeding and my doctor recommended weaning for my own sake. I'm very sick due to feeding two babies and trying to have enough nutrition for myself. I thought I wouldn't mind weaning but now that my daughter is laying in bed not even trying to nurse my heart is a little broke. She's not a baby anymore. Any other momma a feel this way?
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Re: Weaning while pregnant

  • etayisloveetayislove member
    You definitely do not have to wean your daughter, if you don't want to. Lots of doctors are not well versed in nursing through pregnancy, because it's something they aren't familiar with.

    However, it sounds like you do need to get some good nutrition and taking care of yourself if you want to continue. Even malnutritioned mothers can continue to nurse and even give birth to healthy, average sized babies. Taking good prenatal vitamins are also especially important for you now.

    You could also cut down on the number of sessions instead of completely weaning. Do you have a local La Leche League group in your area? The leaders and other moms are great support if you need it!
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