La Leche League Leader Diane Bengson accepted the challenge of tackling the universal subject of weaning, a part of every breastfeeding relationship. La Leche League's approach to weaning is very different from the conventional view that weaning is something abrupt and painful that one must do to a baby to push him into the next stage of maturity. Weaning can be seen as a lesson in trust. Trusting that your child will wean when he's ready is an act of faith, as is trusting that you and your child can find gentle, acceptable ways to wean. This holds true for weaning as well.
Many mothers devote a great deal of thought to weaning.
These detailed stories are the heart of this book, offering the authenticity that comes only from mothers who speak from experience. Every page is a testament to what makes La Leche League's approach unique. Here you'll find a complete list of advantages of extended nursing and gradual weaning. Instead this book will help you recognize the value of nursing in your life and your child's, and help you to find creative and personal answers to the challenges you face. It starts when a baby takes anything besides breast milk by mouth.