12. "When We're Ready" - An Interview with Kirsty Duncan

Kirsty Duncan is a children’s picture book author that lives in Cheshire, UK.  Her latest picture book, "When We're Ready" celebrates longer-term breastfeeding and co-sleeping and has been endorsed by Emma Pickett and Lucy Webber, both of which are highly respected IBCLC Lactation Consultants in their field. To purchase When We're Ready, head over to ⁠www.kirstyduncanwrites.com⁠ and enter promo code WEANINGIT at checkout for 10% off your total purchase! The book follows Kirsty and her daughters breastfeeding journey, with relatable milestones throughout and is the first I have encountered to truly be a celebration of the toddler nursing journey without a push to wean, or weaning being the end result. In episode 12 of Weaning It: A podcast for toddler nursing moms, Erin sits down with Kirsty to learn more about her breastfeeding journey and how it led to the creation of her new book. Kirsty shares her journey of becoming a mom and her unexpected extended nursing experience. She discusses her fertility journey, including IVF, and how it influenced her decision to breastfeed. Kirsty also talks about the positive birth experience she had and the healing aspect of breastfeeding. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and listening to your gut when it comes to breastfeeding and co-sleeping. Kirsty highlights the need for support and understanding from friends and the importance of considering the well-being of both mom and baby in the breastfeeding journey. The conversation explores the anxieties and emotions that come with the weaning process, as well as the challenges of parenting and navigating toddlerhood. It highlights the importance of validating children's feelings and allowing them to express their emotions. The book 'When We're Ready' is discussed as a tool to introduce the topic of weaning and celebrate the joys of breastfeeding. The conversation also touches on the privilege of being a toddler nursing mom and the special bond that develops through breastfeeding. Take the Extended Breastfeeding Quiz HERE Show Notes: HERE Website: www.kirstyduncanwrites.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirstyduncanwrites Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirstyduncanwrites Emma Pickett (IBCLC Lactation Consultant) Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/emmapickettibclc/ Illustrator of the book instagram (Sungsu Heaven):  https://www.instagram.com/sungsuillustration/ Link to the Illustrators Fertility Instagram page:  https://www.instagram.com/fertilit_arty/