Weaning From the Breast and Bottle: When and How to Wean w/ Abbey McLaughlin | Mal's Milky Way

Whether you feed your child with breast or bottle, there comes a time when the journey ends. It can be a bittersweet season, but it can also be challenging for the whole family. Listen in as Drea & Brit invite Abbey back to discuss practical tips for when you or baby are ready to wean.   In this episode, we discuss: How society's acceptance of breastfeeding has changed through generations Current recommendations for how long to breastfeed Tips for tandem nursing Nighttime weaning Weaning from bottles Nursing strikes vs babies self-weaning Health conditions that may or may not warrant weaning early How to embrace your feeding journey before weaning   This episode is part of a 4-part series with Abbey from Mal's Milky Way. Be sure to listen to them all! Part 1: What Does a Lactation Consultant Do (And Not Do) Part 2: Liquid Gold: The Benefits & Surprising Additional Uses of Breastmilk Part 3: Feeding Newborns: What to Expect & Tips for Success Part 4: Weaning From the Breast & Bottle: When and How to Wean   Connect with Abbey: 🔗 Abbey's Motherhood Alliance profile 🔗 Website 🔗 Facebook 🔗 Instagram 🎁 Special offer for MA Podcast listeners! Use the code MMW3 to receive $50 off the Mal's Milky Way lifecycle package!   About the Motherhood Alliance The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families. 🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website 🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance) 🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance) 🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)