Diaper Swappers

calind115 · 11-09-2008, 05:55 PM

I want to start weaning dd(16 months) but the main issue is that she doesn't really drink from a cup that much and isn't a fan of milks. She doesn't like cow's milk and seems to like lactaid a little better but still hasn't drank even a full cup of it. She is down to about 4-6 nursing sessions a day and completely night weaned. I'm just looking for the next best step. I feel like I'm at my wits end

Sewing4Girls · 11-13-2008, 04:44 PM

Where you're at now, I'd try a 'don't offer, don't refuse' policy.

calind115 · 11-13-2008, 07:46 PM

basically give it to her if she wants it? Otherwise don't worry about it?

DivineNature · 11-16-2008, 07:58 PM

As long as she has 3-4 nursing sessions in 24 hours you don't need to worry about any extra dairy.

I have decided to start weaning my 18 month old. I just cut him back to morning, lunch and dinner. He also eats a yobaby yogurt most days. I just introduced milk in a sippy cup and he will drink a few ounces.

So, I wouldn't worry about the nutrition side of it as long as she gets 4 servings of dairy a day (breastmilk, cheese, yogurt, cow milk-all count).

Here is what I am doing (no flames this is not child led weaning

). I personally decided which nursing sessions to keep. Now if he tries to lift my shirt at any other time I offer snacks, water, toys, or an activity. I have also gently told him "It's not time for nursing" or "all gone" if he persists. He has actually done VERY well! I just started Saturday, though. LOL
In a few weeks I hope to eliminate the lunchtime nurse.

It also helped me to write out a schedule to refer to with meals and snacks written out. My goal is to keep him full and satisfied.

**tararaboomdeea** · 11-16-2008, 08:02 PM

I'm jealous you have her night weaned! My alomost 17 month old still wakes a lot to nurse at night.

I'd also go with the "Don't offer, don't refuse" plan.

Have you tried soy milk?

Keri · 11-17-2008, 08:22 AM

I use meyenburg goat milk(powdered) very convenient! vitaminshoppe.com. My LO loves the taste and I love that it's so close to breastmilk and so natural! I also add infant liquid vitamin drops to it.

11-09-2008, 05:55 PM	#1
calind115 Registered Users Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Saline Posts: 2,393 Ratings: 110 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Wanting to wean... I want to start weaning dd(16 months) but the main issue is that she doesn't really drink from a cup that much and isn't a fan of milks. She doesn't like cow's milk and seems to like lactaid a little better but still hasn't drank even a full cup of it. She is down to about 4-6 nursing sessions a day and completely night weaned. I'm just looking for the next best step. I feel like I'm at my wits end __________________ Lindsay Wife to Mom to and Volunteer Babywearing Educator

11-13-2008, 04:44 PM	#2
Sewing4Girls Registered Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: NE Posts: 690 Ratings: 160 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Re: Wanting to wean... Where you're at now, I'd try a 'don't offer, don't refuse' policy. __________________ Mama to DD May 2005; DS July 2006; DS November 2007; DS March 2010 I have custom mama cloth, just ask! I also have custom girl/doll matching dresses and nightgown sets.

11-13-2008, 07:46 PM	#3
calind115 Registered Users Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Saline Posts: 2,393 Ratings: 110 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Re: Wanting to wean... basically give it to her if she wants it? Otherwise don't worry about it? __________________ Lindsay Wife to Mom to and Volunteer Babywearing Educator

11-16-2008, 07:58 PM	#4
DivineNature Registered Users Join Date: May 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 4,794 Ratings: 65 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Re: Wanting to wean... As long as she has 3-4 nursing sessions in 24 hours you don't need to worry about any extra dairy. I have decided to start weaning my 18 month old. I just cut him back to morning, lunch and dinner. He also eats a yobaby yogurt most days. I just introduced milk in a sippy cup and he will drink a few ounces. So, I wouldn't worry about the nutrition side of it as long as she gets 4 servings of dairy a day (breastmilk, cheese, yogurt, cow milk-all count). Here is what I am doing (no flames this is not child led weaning ). I personally decided which nursing sessions to keep. Now if he tries to lift my shirt at any other time I offer snacks, water, toys, or an activity. I have also gently told him "It's not time for nursing" or "all gone" if he persists. He has actually done VERY well! I just started Saturday, though. LOL In a few weeks I hope to eliminate the lunchtime nurse. It also helped me to write out a schedule to refer to with meals and snacks written out. My goal is to keep him full and satisfied. __________________ Ask me how to get $25 for opening an ING savings account today! Rachel: WAHM to Jordan (12), Kelsey (6), Salem (3) Check out my Thrifty Crafty Blog! Article on thrift, recipes, DIY and finances! You haven't joined SWAGBUCKS yet? JOIN NOW & earn prizes!

11-16-2008, 08:02 PM	#5
tararaboomdeea Banned Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 15,768 Ratings: 434 Feedback: 100%	Re: Wanting to wean... I'm jealous you have her night weaned! My alomost 17 month old still wakes a lot to nurse at night. I'd also go with the "Don't offer, don't refuse" plan. Have you tried soy milk?