A:The choice is yours.While the World Health Organisation recommends giving your baby nothing but breastmilk for the first six month,real life has a habit of getting in the way.A return to work,
for example,could make formula more convenient.
Your baby will need less milk once you introduce solid food at six months,but he may still enjoy breastfeeding for comfort and reassurance.This is why many experts recommend child-led weaning,letting your baby or toddler decide when he wants to stop breastfeeding.
If you have an actual deadline,like going back to work,give yourself at least three weeks to wind down breastfeeding.This gives you time to get your baby used to a bottle,if he's never had one,and reduces the risk of your breasts becoming engorged.
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