Breastfeeding my 14 month old son, has been a journey that I have truly relished. And when he eventually weans, I’ll be sad I’m sure. But here are the reasons, I adore nursing my son.

• Nothing gets him to sleep more peacefully
• He smells sweet, and babylike, it just emenates from his skin.
• We cuddle together in bed every morning, and from the moment he could roll, he’d roll towards me as his daddy lifted him into bed.
• Boobies can fix the most persistent of tears, and tantrums
• When his batteries are running low, a quick snuggle and boobie gives him a boost again.
• We can do it anywhere, anytime, and not have to worry about lugging around expensive equipment
• Nursing him, has meant that I have to take time out just to focus on him, and it gives us a peaceful few minutes, while we just cuddle, and forget the world.
• I love how he snuggles over my pregnant belly, and his little brother or sister wriggles and kicks beneath him.
• I love that we’ve never had to worry about constipation
• My son literally glows with health - it radiates from his skin, his eyes, and his hair.
• Our nappy changes actually smell better than a bottle fed bubs!
• I’ve loved the benefits myself, my figure has returned, and I can eat like a horse, and maintain a steady weight.
• I love the satisfaction that I’m giving him the very best of foods!
• I love the sheer convenience of nursing.

I consider my decision to breastfeed to be nothing but a blessing to us, and I’m so grateful to have had  the support from my husband and friends to continue. It’s been a challenge at times,  but for the most part, simply a joy that my son and I share.