Weaning

It's bittersweet, but we weaned Izzie this weekend. Izzie has been a breastfed baby, since day one. If that offends anyone you can stop reading now, because I'm going to continue to talk about our breastfeeding. It's natural, it's healthy, and it might be the best gift a mother can give their child. We had our moments during feedings and we both (Izzie and I) learned from each other how to make it work. It wasn't easy. It was hard work at the beginning. Not only did she reap the benefits of the milk, but it's great bonding and cuddling time.

Todd and I knew we needed to wean soon. We have a Disney World trip lined up in October and we are going to be on a plane. Nursing for us was a very private thing. We weren't big into doing it in public. So, we definitely knew that being on a plane for a few hours would not be good for Izzie. When Izzie is hungry she means business... and if she doesn't get what she wants when she wants it then well it's complete meltdown mode. Not to mention, Izzie is getting a little too big to handle when it comes to nursing.

This past Friday, we just decided it was time. We also decided that cold turkey was the best way for US (we know this is not the best way by the book). It was definitely painful for me. Izzie handled it pretty well, since she spent the first night at her Gammy's (my mom). I also had to work that night, so it didn't matter to me. I didn't get to see her till Saturday night. We used a lot of distraction techniques. If she started getting fussy and acted like she was wanting me then we would find something quick to get her attention. Todd also did some hard work by putting her to sleep and fixing lots of bottles.

I'm sad it is over. However, I'm happy we have it out of the way. I miss my cuddle time, but I think we are learning how to cuddle without the nursing part. She still loves me which makes me relieved. Izzie is officially a full on bottle/ sippy cup drinker. I think she is doing a lot better than I am at this point. I guess this feeling too shall pass...