DD is 2y3m and I think we are coming to the end of our breastfeeding relationship (sob). She only has one regular feed (to sleep, at bedtime), occasionally one in the night if she wakes up and is hard to settle or asks for it. When I feed her it is like being attacked by a bag of cats, she constantly pulls my hair and scratches at my face, neck and eyes. She gets really mad if I try to block her from doing this! So that is making me want to stop feeding, along with the fact that I need to start going on some work trips and want it to be less traumatic for her and DP as breastfeeding is a big part of her night routine. I do feel sad about the prospect too though!
I am looking for any tips/advice on how to wean her from the breast. I know it is going to be hard for us both but I don't see her self-weaning any time this century soon. I have December earmarked for this as I have 2 weeks off work but could try sooner. Should I just stop suddenly or is there some way to wind things down? how do I keep my resolve? Will she be scarred for life?
Just to be clear I do want to wean her, I know I sound conflicted but I do feel now is the time!