Originally, Cindy said she'd try breast feeding for a couple weeks. That became six months, which later became a year. Only now, the week Lily turns 18-months, have we begun the final wean.
Lily has been off the breast since Monday.
The first few days were hell. She cried. She screamed. She tantrumed. That was just Cindy too -- Lily took it even worse. Just kidding, Cindy didn't take it that hard (Lily really did). Cindy clearly does miss it though, because, while breastfeeding is an odd sight in this modern age, it's a uniquely bonding experience for both parties.
So, the first few days were rough, but things really started to calm down by day 4. By that time, she only cried in short bursts and calmed quickly through other comforting.
The amazing thing has been the end effect. Lily found a new way to comfort herself - she put her head on mom's shoulder. This is something she rarely did before......why bother when you can have the boob?
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