Breastfeeding is exhausting for a young mother, for many it is really an aggravating circumstance.
1. The baby has no food interest
Most children are interested in adult food at the age of 6-9 months, reaching for a plate, asking to try it. At this time, they begin to introduce complementary foods. If the introduction of complementary foods does not give results, the child almost does not eat "adult" food and mainly feeds on the mother's milk, then it is definitely early to stop breastfeeding.
2. The child does not eat healthy food
Almost all children love sweets, cookies, pasta, bread, and similar foods. But if your baby eats these products with might and main and at the same time refuses vegetables, meat, dairy products, then useful substances should come to him from mother's milk.
3. The child wakes up at night to eat
If the baby wakes up really hungry, and not just mopes or wants to handle, then it is worth accepting this feature of the development of his digestive system and leaving the night feedings.
4. The child does not drink water
Children perceive water and compotes in different ways: someone immediately "comes in", others flatly refuse. Until the baby starts drinking enough clean water, he needs breast milk.
5. The child is under 1 year old
Pediatricians advise not to stop breastfeeding before this time, even if the baby seems to be ready to switch to regular food and does not need breast milk.6. Child is sick
When a baby is sick, he needs even more maternal warmth and protection. Breastfeeding will not only provide you with nutrients and plenty of fluids, but also feel safe. Weaning during such a stressful period is extremely harmful.
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