Thank you so much for your feedback. I think I'm going to take a middle ground approach. I'll continue with my normal routine like it's a very normal thing. Nursing at 13 months? No big deal. When Olivia points at my boobs and yells "boof!" (used to be boo-boo, now she says "boof") I'll go quietly to our room and nurse her. And if we're somewhere I can't have privacy, I'll be ready with a cover. If they ask (which they inevitably will), I'll explain that I believe nursing is healthy and that Olivia isn't ready to wean. There. Now why was I so worried? (the answer is because I feel the need to please everyone) I wish I had more confidence in myself and my decisions. Your reassurance really helps a lot. Thanks. :-)
I just love talking to all of you. This blog is such an important part of my life. I know support and advice are always available through this blog, and I am so thankful for that. You all rock!
Well, I'm off to read before bed. I STILL have a little left of "The Power of One" and I am determined to finish by the weekend. I haven't taken this long to read a book in 15 years! I've been reading most nights, but I fall asleep so quickly lately. I have about 10 books lined up to read next, and I'm also helping start a book club within my moms' group, so I've got to get this book done. BTW, has anyone read "Memoirs of a Boy Soldier" or "A Thousand Splendid Suns"? Those are 2 on my list.
Posted by Hannah at May 29, 2007 11:50 PMYou're a good person, Hannah. Being a people pleaser isn't a bad thing; it's just a little hard on you sometimes. I wish I could be more like that sometimes.
Posted by: Chas at May 30, 2007 11:44 PMWow, I go away for a few days & I miss a great topic to comment on! I'm glad you figured this all out, I think extended breastfeeding is fabulous! I hope all goes well!
Posted by: Jessica at May 31, 2007 02:37 PMI'm still nursing Zander and proud of it too. I will most probably not wean him until HE is ready. You are doing the right thing
Posted by: Melany aka Supermom at June 2, 2007 09:50 AM