How long should I breastfeed my baby?

When should we stop breastfeeding?

The World Health Organization recommends that all babies be exclusively breastfed for 6 months, then gradually introduced to appropriate foods after 6 months while continuing to breastfeed for 2 years or beyond. Stopping breastfeeding is called weaning. It is up to you and your baby to decide when the time is right.

How long should I breastfeed my baby each time?


How do I know when my baby is finished breastfeeding?

How do you know when Baby is done nursing? A baby will unlatch naturally when she’s finished breastfeeding. You shouldn’t ever have to take your baby off your breast. Whether she falls asleep or just pulls away, she’ll know when to unlatch when she’s ready.

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What is the best way to stop breastfeeding?

The process of stopping breastfeeding is referred to as weaning. Ideally, the preferred way to wean baby without pain is to do it slowly. “Gradual weaning, by phasing out one feeding or pump session every few days, is usually a good way to start,” says Radcliffe.

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Does hiccups mean baby full?

Hiccups are especially common in newborns and infants. “We don’t know exactly why, but hiccups may be caused by increased gas in the stomach,” Dr. Liermann says. “If babies overfeed or gulp air during eating, that could cause the stomach to expand and rub against the diaphragm, generating those hiccups.”

Does spit up mean baby is full?
