Hey mommas, so this week I’d like to reflect and dive a bit deeper into bonding opportunities for others after breastfeeding. After breastfeeding and weaning fully in July of 2023, it opened up the opportunity for those closest to him to full on bond; and let me tell you sometimes it seems like he prefers everyone but me (lol). He always had an abundance of love to give. He is such a loving and sweet boy, and to see the way he bonds, who and what he bonds over is such a beautiful sight to see. For me it’s beautiful only because I didn’t know what to expect, or how a breastfed baby’s temperament may be once their done. I’ve heard some stories. Yes he is attached, however he is human and im sure he gets tired of momma and needs space. He will get up and leave me for some of his favorite people. Especially his cousin Yaya. Thats his favorite girl! He and my sister, his Coco have the sweetest bond, both foodies they eat good, and go grocery shopping together. He and his Momo (grandma) are cuddle bugs for each-other, and she just spoils him, has her wrapped around his finger. Him and I, oh thats my boy, my baby, and I’m just the apple of his eye. All of his cousins are his bestest friends. He wakes up looking for all 4 of them, starting with Yaya first. I just love observing and watching his bonding and how he bonds with everyone. Im always surprised and baffled because he was literally so attached to me, wouldn’t leave my side during breastfeeding. He now does sleepovers, only a month after weaning. All of this is so surprising because I didn’t know how it’d be, it’s honestly smooth sailing for us. We have our days or challenges where he may be cranky and ask for che-che’s (breastmilk) and a slight reminder always works and a ice-pop! Hey mommas chime in, what does bonding opportunities look like for your weaned baby?