As children grow and develop, their digestive system gradually improves, and their demand for breast milk decreases, while their demand for foods other than breast milk increases. At this point, it is time for a child to be weaned. When weaning, it is also important to use some good methods in order to achieve rapid weaning. So when is the best time to stop breastfeeding?
Generally, breastfeeding can be stopped around one year old for babies, as their development is faster and the nutrients in breast milk are reduced. In addition, babies can eat more and more complementary foods, so timely weaning is better for their development. Weaning requires time and process, and it is generally recommended that the baby adapts well to complementary foods and is not sick before weaning.
In addition, weaning usually takes about a week, and there may be crying and discomfort in the early stages. Mothers need to let their babies drink some milk powder, and weaning can be successful in about 3 days.
Furthermore, if mothers have good physical fitness, are in a state of vigorous lactation, or if their babies are weak and sickly, the weaning time can be appropriately postponed, but it should not exceed 2 years old at the latest. It is best to choose the spring and autumn seasons with suitable climate for weaning. In a comfortable temperature and environment, infants can easily adapt to the changes caused by weaning, and it will be relatively easier to get through this physiological and psychological transition period.
