Quote From: mommy_twoI don't understand what teeth have to do with breastfeeding? Did your 12 month old not have teeth? I think mom's who breastfeed older children are very wise and caring women. Breast milk is ALWAYS a benefit, please do some research on the topic. A very long time ago, women who were lactating would nurse the elderly, so they could keep up their strength. That is Unconditional Love. America has made breasts sexual objects instead of what they truly are. The Le Leche League is a wonderful organization and one I'm proud to be part of. These are groups of strong, supportive women who help mother's give their babies the best. I understand you have something against 5 year old being breastfed, but to each his own. Turn your head and walk away, you don't need to stand and watch something you are not comfortable with. Try to support your fellow woman and you will see that we can change the ignorance surrounding breastfeeding.
for such a well spoken, enlightened post. I am a strong advocate for breastfeeding and child led weaning. I highly doubt the woman who started this post actually checks nursing babies for teeth...just a bunch of uninformed assumptions going on.
My first dd nursed til she was 4yrs, my second to 3 1/2yrs, and my 14 mos ds is still going strong. I can honestly say my breastfeeding relationships with each of my children, have been the most challenging and rewarding things I have accomplished. I am filled with pride and joy when I look back at all we overcame together. Raising, loving, and caring for my children in an unselfish manner have provided me with many opportunities to grow as a person..to step outside myself, and see the world around me with compassion and empathy. I agree so completely with your last line...supporting people's choices, even when they differ from yours, with respect and dignity, hold so much more hope for the future, than belittling them and yourself with ignorance and judgement.
Shannon from Canada
