Navigating Weaning: How to Stop Breastfeeding Without Stress or Anxiety

Published: Aug. 25, 2024, 7:30 a.m.

Some of the best breastfeeding resources lack great information on weaning. What you find instead is information on why you should keep breastfeeding and anxiety-inducing articles on all of the things that can go wrong when you stop nursing. Breastfeeding is important, and thankfully, there are many resources for this, but it can be stressful when you are ready to wean and have limited evidence of how to do it. This episode aims to take the anxiety out of weaning. Get actionable tips on stopping breastfeeding and transitioning from being a breastfeeding mother to your next parenting adventure. \xa0 \xa0 Thank you to our sponsors \xa0 Zahler goes above and beyond to use high-quality bioavailable ingredients like the active form of folate, bioavailable iron, and omega 3s. The Zahler Prenatal +DHA is my #1 recommendation for a high-quality prenatal vitamin. In August 2024, you can save 35% off the Zahler Prenatal +DHA on Amazon\xa0with the code PREPOD35. You can always see the current promo code for the Zahler prenatal vitamin by\xa0clicking here. \xa0 10% off\xa08 Sheep Organics with the promo code PREGNANCYPODCAST. The Phyto-Retinol Serum from 8 Sheep Organics is a plant-based alternative to retinol that is safe during pregnancy. This serum contains 2.5% bakuchiol, which has been proven in clinical studies to be just as effective as retinol but much gentler on the skin. The Phyto-Retinol Serum helps to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, increase new skin cell turnover, reduce and tighten pores, and results in firmer, smoother skin. You can try it risk-free for three months! \xa0 The FamilyAlbum app: Keep family in the loop + get 11 free photo prints delivered each month\xa0CLICK HERE. FamilyAlbum is a free app that gives parents a private and easy way to share photos and videos of their little ones with family. With FamilyAlbum, you'll get an easy interface to use with the whole family, unlimited photo storage, automatic organization by month with child\u2019s age, no third-party ads, and 11 photo prints every month--all for free!\xa0Click here to download the app \xa0 \xa0 Read the\xa0full article and resources that accompany this episode. \xa0 \xa0 Join\xa0Pregnancy Podcast Premium to access the entire back catalog, listen to all episodes ad-free, get a copy of the Your Birth Plan Book, and more. \xa0 \xa0 Check out the\xa040 Weeks podcast to learn how your baby grows each week and what is happening in your body. Plus, get a heads up on what to expect at your prenatal appointments and a tip for dads and partners. \xa0 \xa0 For more evidence-based information, visit the\xa0Pregnancy Podcast website.