My toddler is still breastfeeding, mostly at night and first thing in the morning. If you and your child enjoy breastfeeding, there is no reason you need to stop. Both of you will continue to benefit from breastfeeding as long as you like. Many mothers choose to wean naturally, allowing the child to outgrow the need gradually, in his own time. Breastfeeding an older toddler or child is different from breastfeeding an infant.
Most mothers naturally begin to place some restrictions on nursing as their child grows.
Sometimes, the mother of an older nursling may become frustrated by other parenting challenges, and think that breastfeeding is causing the difficulty. In that case, it's very helpful to learn more about typical childhood behavior and needs. A good place to start is by attending La Leche League meetings. There you will meet mothers who have nursed their children and are happy to share information and ideas with you. You might also enjoy reading Mothering Your Nursing Toddler , by Norma Jane Bumgarner, The Nursing Mother's Guide To Weaning , by Kathleen Huggins and Linda Ziedrich, and How Weaning Happens , by Diane Bengson.