Friday marked the last day of my breastfeeding Kennedy. I had planned to wean her right around her second birthday but things got in the way and it didn't happen. Kennedy is a very persistent little girl and I knew it was going to be difficult so I just kept putting it off. Madison was weaned right at 25 months. When I left for my weekend away on Friday I knew that would be the last of my nursing. Kennedy asked for it a few times today but was fine with my answer. I even talked to her about her being too old and that Mommy's milk is all gone. She seems fine but tomorrow morning will be the real test as that is her favorite and only regular nursing time anyway. Eric said she did well when I was gone although those early mornings were the hardest. It may be harder when I'm home tomorrow morning but we'll figure it out. I was convinced Madison would be so hard to wean and she really did great when I decided to wean her too. Hopefully it will go as well with Kennedy. It's always sad when you wean your child so there is some sadness but also lots of pride at how well she is growing and thriving. This is one step to independence for her and I'm so proud of her. Hopefully I won't be in too much pain in the next few days, I had some pain with Madison but it didn't seem to last more than a week or so if I remember correctly.
Aside from one month between the time I stopped nursing Madison and became pregnant with Kennedy I have been nursing OR pregnant for the past six years. Wow, what a journey this has been and I feel sad it is ending but also excited for our next chapter of more independence, getting my body back to myself a little and watching the kids grow and mature.
Being away this past weekend was a great experience. I missed my girls but had a wonderful time and got to come home to the biggest smiles and hugs I've had in a long time. It's an amazing feeling to really be missed by your family and feel so appreciated when you get home. I also came home with a renewed sense of appreciation for my husband and kids. I am blessed in so many ways, the truly important ones.
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