Making the decision to wean

In this episode, we explore why you might want to end breastfeeding/chest feeding. I discuss the misleading advice that some parents receive, the societal pressures, and the guilt that you may be feeling, but also the autonomy that you can have to make this decision for yourself and your family.Find out more about the benefits of breastfeeding and chest feeding in my book Supporting Breastfeeding Past the First Six Months and Beyond: A Guide for Professionals and ParentsFollow me on Twitter @MakesMilk and on Instagram  @emmapickettibclc or find out more on my website www.emmapickettbreastfeedingsupport.comResources mentioned in this episode -Online -@Feedeatspeak (Stacy Zimmels on Instagram)Nourishing the Mother podcast – Bridget Wood and Julie Tenner Drugs in Breastmilk Service in the UK Other services available include the Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) and the InfantRisk center led by Dr Thomas Hale.Books - Adventures in Tandem Nursing – Hilary FlowerTaking charge of your fertility – Toni WeschlerWhy breastfeeding grief and trauma matter – Amy BrownThe book you wish your parents had read (and your children will be glad that you did) – Philippa PerryArticles - Articles on breastfeeding and sub-fertility – Carol Smyth IBCLCPosition Statement on the Shared Caregiving of the Breastfed Child – Breastfeeding for doctorsThis podcast is presented by Emma Pickett IBCLC, and produced by Emily Crosby Media.