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In the past 2 weeks a few family members have started making noises about me
weaning H (14 mo). I guess I'll have to start putting together some good comebacks. Usually I ream off the WHO recommendations, but I need some other comments for a particular family member who will always say something like " what would they know ... my mother's aunty's friend's cousin got insert horrible condition because she was bf for more than a year". I do know why this person is so adamant ... her own DS is 2 months younger than H and she is weaning him now (at 1 yo ... fine if that's her choice) and she wants to feel better about her own decision. Its just annoying that she thinks she knows more than me about it and that I'm just being "stubborn" by continuing to bf H. You guys are usually good with the comebacks so think me up some good ones please Amanda -- DD 15th August 2002 1 tiny angel Nov 2003 DS 20th August 2004 |
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A&G&K&H wrote:
In the past 2 weeks a few family members have started making noises about me weaning H (14 mo). You guys are usually good with the comebacks so think me up some good ones please Say this sincerely: "Why how sweet of you to be concerned for H's wellbeing." Repeat until they get the message... no need to justify your decision. And don't take it personally - their 'noises' are all about them, not you. Jacqueline |
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I do know why this person is so adamant ... her own DS is 2 months younger than H and she is weaning him now (at 1 yo ... fine if that's her choice) and she wants to feel better about her own decision. If she is weaning then she is probably okay with her decision. -- Sue (mom to three girls) |
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A&G&K&H wrote:
In the past 2 weeks a few family members have started making noises about me weaning H (14 mo). I guess I'll have to start putting together some good comebacks. Usually I ream off the WHO recommendations, but I need some other comments for a particular family member who will always say something like " what would they know ... my mother's aunty's friend's cousin got insert horrible condition because she was bf for more than a year". I do know why this person is so adamant ... her own DS is 2 months younger than H and she is weaning him now (at 1 yo ... fine if that's her choice) and she wants to feel better about her own decision. Its just annoying that she thinks she knows more than me about it and that I'm just being "stubborn" by continuing to bf H. You guys are usually good with the comebacks so think me up some good ones please Amanda -- DD 15th August 2002 1 tiny angel Nov 2003 DS 20th August 2004 "Why would I feed my son cow's milk or formula now just because he's over 12 months, when I have the best milk for him right here?" or something... Jo |
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Cuddlefish wrote: A&G&K&H wrote: In the past 2 weeks a few family members have started making noises about me weaning H (14 mo). You guys are usually good with the comebacks so think me up some good ones please Say this sincerely: "Why how sweet of you to be concerned for H's wellbeing." Repeat until they get the message... no need to justify your decision. And don't take it personally - their 'noises' are all about them, not you. Jacqueline A perfect response! I usually say, "we'll wean when we wean." Or, in response to "how long are you going to breastfeed?" "As long as it takes." Melania |
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"Melania" wrote in message oups.com... I usually say, "we'll wean when we wean." Or, in response to "how long are you going to breastfeed?" "As long as it takes." I like "no" better. Jess |
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"Sue" wrote in message ... If she is weaning then she is probably okay with her decision. Especially if they nursed for a year. While I do nurse longer, several of my friends wean their babies at one year and trust me, they are very happy with their decision. Let's face it, one year might not be long compared to some, but it's WAY higher than the average. To the OP, I think that however long your nurse your child is your decision and you don't owe anyone an explanation. I'd just say yes and quickly change the subject. HTH JennP. |
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A&G&K&H wrote: You guys are usually good with the comebacks so think me up some good ones please The best one I've read, from "So That's What They're For," was: "We plan to wean her so that she can attend an out of state college..." HAHAHAH! Amy |
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"A&G&K&H" wrote in message
... In the past 2 weeks a few family members have started making noises about me weaning H (14 mo). I guess I'll have to start putting together some good comebacks. Usually I ream off the WHO recommendations, but I need some other comments for a particular family member who will always say something like " what would they know ... my mother's aunty's friend's cousin got insert horrible condition because she was bf for more than a year". I do know why this person is so adamant ... her own DS is 2 months younger than H and she is weaning him now (at 1 yo ... fine if that's her choice) and she wants to feel better about her own decision. Its just annoying that she thinks she knows more than me about it and that I'm just being "stubborn" by continuing to bf H. Look shocked and say "Of course he's started weaning, he's 14 months!". Weaning begins as soon as you start solids, but it can take as many years as you both want ;-) -- Amy Mum to Carlos born sleeping 20/11/02, & Ana born screaming 30/06/04 http://www.freewebs.com/carlos2002/ http://www.babiesonline.com/babies/a/ana%5Fj%5F2004/ My blog: http://spaces.msn.com/members/querer-hijo-querer-hija/ |
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A&G&K&H wrote:
I do know why this person is so adamant ... her own DS is 2 months younger than H and she is weaning him now (at 1 yo ... fine if that's her choice) and she wants to feel better about her own decision. Its just annoying that she thinks she knows more than me about it and that I'm just being "stubborn" by continuing to bf H. I would keep the peace because it's family, so I'd just say something like "I'll think about it" or "Well, I like it and he likes it, so we'll do it until we're done". For a grandparent-type who is being obnoxious, I'd say sweetly "oh, I would never do less than the best for your grandchild". For a coworker, I do the WHO/AAP factual thing or "hey, as long as we can!" or "of COURSE I'm still nursing". -- Anita -- |
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