When do women normally stop breastfeeding?

It is a question that every new mother asks – when is it time to stop breastfeeding? Typically they flock to Google and get about a couple hundred different answers from other mothers, each with compelling arguments to go along with them. read more

So what usually happens is that the child or the mother or both decide to stop breastfeeding, and then (after a few days that may be painful if quitting suddenly), the supply reacts to the lack of demand and dries up. read more

Before having a baby, most women have an idea of how long they aim to breastfeed their baby for. In the UK, experts advise exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months. In many parts of the world, it’s usual to breastfeed for two years or even longer. How long you keep breastfeeding for is your decision. read more