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Posted: October 20, 2026 by Yael Breimer
Not Just for My Son: Courtney’s Story Part 2
By Courtney P. You can read part one of Courtney’s story in last week’s blog post. Weaning is talked about far less than starting to breastfeed, and I think that’s part of why it can feel so lonely… Read More
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Last Updated: October 16, 2026 by Yael Breimer
The Book I Wish I Had for My Son
By Courtney P. I had my son just after turning 40 years old. As an older mom, I wanted to give all my attention to soaking up every bit of motherhood, since I felt this might be my… Read More
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Last Updated: August 19, 2026 by Yael Breimer
He is ready, but probably I am not: Rama’s Story
By Rama B. The question I used to ask myself was, “When will he be weaning?” During the summer, after five and a half years of breastfeeding on demand, he decided to sleep in his own bed and… Read More
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Posted: October 7, 2025 by Yael Breimer
A Letter To My Son: A Look Back
By Beth F. This is an excerpt from a story originally published in a 2010 issue of the New Beginnings magazine. Editor’s Note: The first issue of La Leche League News, a bimonthly LLLI publication for members, was… Read More
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Last Updated: August 19, 2026 by Yael Breimer
Gentle Toddler Weaning and Transitions: Amanda’s Story
By Amanda T. From birth to age two-and-a-half, my daughter, Addie, and I co-slept and nursed to sleep and throughout the night as needed. Our weaning was extremely gradual and gentle for both of us, emotionally and physically…. Read More
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Posted: October 24, 2023 by Yael Breimer
Nursing For Two Years And Beyond: Jennifer’s Story
Jennifer Black “We bought you a pie, Mama!” my daughter exclaimed proudly, hubby trailing behind her, as she set the fresh summer peach pie down on the table in front of me, and next to it a fork…. Read More
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Last Updated: November 15, 2024 by Yael Breimer
My Story Of Postweaning Depression: Still Growing Together
K. P., Virginia I never really pictured myself as a parent before I became one. I had no picture in my head of how it would look. “Mom” is a role I am still growing into all the… Read More
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Posted: February 21, 2023 by Yael Breimer
Looking Back: Bedtime With Michael
Carole Sheron, Manchester, Kentucky Editor’s Note: “Bedtime With Michael” was originally published in the May-June 1974 issue of La Leche League News. The first issue of La Leche League News, the bimonthly publication for members, was published in 1958. The… Read More
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Posted: December 13, 2022 by Yael Breimer
Uyen’s Story: Reflections On Weaning
Uyen Tran, Half Moon Bay, California Our breastfeeding journey finally came to an end. We had a small party to mark our milestone together. I am possibly the only one who is sad as I am always on… Read More
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Posted: November 23, 2021 by Yael Breimer
Nursing During Pregnancy, Tandem Nursing, and Weaning
Regan S., Northwest Iowa I guess my experiences with tandem nursing really began when I was pregnant with my son. My daughter was two years old and was still nursing often. I didn’t know anyone who had tandem… Read More
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