A mother is the best judge of when it’s time to wean off breastfeeding, and you don’t have to set a deadline until you and your child are ready. In some cases the decision might be subjective to some scenarios like returning to work, her health or the baby’s, or simply a feeling that the time is right. Still it is advisable to exclusive breastfeed the baby till 6 months. And generally most moms start weaning after kid’s first birthday.Even though there is no standard procedure of weaning but there are a few golden rules that can help the transition go smoothly.

Here are few tips which you can use it in this transition journey:

Take baby steps:

When it comes to helping your child to get rid of your milk habit, the golden rule is to take baby steps. Do it gradually and slowly, it will help protect your breasts from engorgement and ease your baby’s anxiety. Drop the least preferred feedings first, which likely means the morning and bedtime feedings will be the last to go.

Give more attention:

Intimacy is the main ingredients that a baby miss during weaning. Try to shower more attention to your baby during weaning process. It would be really helpful if daddy put the baby to sleep and wake her up in the morning. This can soften the blow of not nursing during these times.

Change Routine:

Try changing your and baby’s daily routine. It will help baby to get rid of breastfeeding habbit. Engage your child in a fun play activity or an outing during times when you would usually nurse.

Introduce cup:

Introduce cup to baby for water and other liquid food items. It will help him to transit easily from breastfeeding to cow’s milk. Start to substitute a cup of warm water for the breast and let him/her choose the times to give up nursing.

Wear different clothes:

When you go out with your kid avoid wearing clothes that allow easy access to the breasts. In this way, it will be difficult for them to grasp breast and ask for milk. Avoid undressing in front of your child, as this may remind him to ask for a feed.

You should even try Baby led weaning approach. And here are the top 6 finger foods to start with in this approach.