day. He got sick with strep a few months ago and then I realised he would have been much sicker if I wasn't feeding him as it was all he would have, he would have ended up dehydrated otherwise. The DR in ER actually told me he hardly ever saw breastfed babies/toddlers in there, he said he had seen only 5 in the last 2 years. I have researched breastmilk and its beneficial effects, I know it does my child good, it helps him to feel more attached to me. Even the WHO suggests breastfeeding for a minimum of 2 years now. Its sad that so many children miss out on good nutritious breastmilk. Its a perfect living food for them. Courtney - posted on 09/30/2010 7 13 I have never exclusively breastfed either of my children, but hope too with my next one. I did breast feed longer with each child and hope to go 12 months with my little boy due to arrive in 6 weeks - I think you do what's right for you and your little guy. Don't let anyone, including your husband, take away from you that very special time that you have with him. I think it's wonderful that you've been able to go this long...keep it up and do what's right for you guys. Keren - posted on 09/30/2010 21 22 I originally planned to wean at 12 months because I thought "that's what you do!" My daughter is almost 18 months and