Category Archives: Breastfeeding Past Infancy

• How Old is Too Old to Breastfeed?

  Few things in our society spark as much debate (or receive as many looks) as breastfeeding. It’s a hot subject that no mother can avoid. If you thought getting glares while discretely breastfeeding your newborn under a nursing cover huddled in a tiny crowded space was uncomfortable, try nursing an active two-year-old on a public park bench, or better yet, imagine the judgment you’d get if you announced you were going to nurse your adopted African baby for the first time…at three.  MORE

• Four Unexpected Things about Parenthood

  Meegs shares four things that she just didn’t quite expect after the birth of her daughter.  MORE

• I Support You: Breastfeeding and Society

  Breastfeeding can be a touchy subject in our society, but is essential for the improvement of public health. Amy discusses breastfeeding and society, and makes suggestions for helping everyone have a basic, factual knowledge of breastfeeding and how to support breastfeeding mothers.  MORE

• Mama-Led Weaning, Sometimes It’s The Best Choice

  After nursing my youngest son for 12 months, six of which were less than fun for me, it’s time to wean. Here’s how I’m weaning – gently – on my schedule.  MORE

• Tackling Mastitis With an Older Nursling

  Much of the advice available for supporting recovery from mastitis seems to be aimed at mamas with younger nurslings. Here are some tips for mastitis with toddlers!  MORE

• 10 Things I NEVER Thought I Would Say as a (Natural) Parent

  What kind of things have you said that were beyond your wildest, pre-child imagination?  MORE

• Attachment Parenting Thirty Years Ago

  What happens when children who are Attachment Parented grow up? Laura from WaldenMommy is an adult example of an extended breastfeeding, cosleeping, babyworn, attached child.  MORE

• What to Expect When Transitioning to Solids

  A reader asks our NPN Mentors about transitioning her toddler to solids.  MORE

• 8 Principles of Attachment Parenting for Older Children

  Guest author Dulce writes about applying the principles of attachment parenting as our children grow and change.  MORE

• Sexual Feelings When Breastfeeding

  Many mothers feel sexual arousal during breastfeeding, but are often so ashamed or concerned about it that it’s never spoken about. If you’re one, it’s more common than you think, and there’s nothing wrong with you.  MORE

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