Toddler still very keen on nursing

[AllyVee]

She just turned two.

It is still her favourite thing to do with me. She’s asked to feed probably four times this evening, around dinner. I’m not offering - she’s asking.

... Her dad finishes work at a different time each day. Maybe she nurses when she is not sure what will happen when? I can try to be more regimented. :-/

Any other thoughts, I’d appreciate it! Long as it’s not to read someone like Gina Ford or the Baby Whisperer (BW)- I find them both a bit judgmental of anyone who habitually feeds on demand, which I did & still do at home.

BW’s assumption is that mums who feed into toddlerhood are doing it for themselves...

I personally would prefer not to be thirsty all the time. My daughter feels strongly about it though!

Awww. Completely normal. For a toddler- having Breastmilk isn’t the same as another drink- it’s comfort and nourishment in one. It’s a connection with you and a way of just helping her feel things are right with her little world.

Oh- tips? Distraction is your friend. And maybe start having set places to be allowed milk like bed or a specific chair but not at the table or out and about. If it suits you that is.

I would also say distraction and if that doesn’t work I’d assume she really needs the comfort and connection. It will likely change again in another few weeks.