This week on Growing, Lilly shares what it really looked like to gently wean her 19-month-old toddler.

Far from a “cold turkey” approach or bandaids over nipples, this was a slow and steady transition that balanced Lil’s own physical and emotional needs while also supporting Ru through the change with love and patience.

In this episode, Lil opens up about:

• Why she chose a gradual weaning approach

• How she navigated both the physical side (goodbye to blocked ducts and engorgement) and the emotional side (letting go of a season that had been so special)

• Supporting her little boy through the change with gentleness and consistency

• The joy of rediscovering favourite foods after navigating food sensitivities through breastfeeding

If you’re in the thick of breastfeeding, considering weaning, or just curious about what the process might really look like, this episode offers honesty, solidarity, and permission to do it your way.

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