Breastfeeding is a personal choice, and women may choose different approaches. The topic of breastfeeding in public or continuing to breastfeed until children reach an older age can be controversial.
Lisa Goulart Drago, a mother of two, is currently breastfeeding her two-year-old toddler and plans to continue doing so for the foreseeable future.
Lisa Goulart Drago shared her experience, stating, “When I found out I was pregnant again and still breastfeeding my one-year-old, I decided not to stop and had an open mind about tandem feeding once the baby was born.”
For her, the best part of breastfeeding is the one-on-one time she gets with her children, sometimes both at the same time, creating a unique and quiet space for interaction. She highlighted that when her second child, Cora, was born, the adaptation period for her older child, Alice, was smoother when she fed both of them simultaneously.
Lisa described a heartwarming moment when she first saw her children holding hands while feeding, considering it one of the most precious moments in her life.
Despite the positive aspects of breastfeeding, Lisa Goulart Drago also acknowledged some challenges. She shared, “The worst thing about breastfeeding is having a child constantly on you, and no one can help with that. In a way, it is beautiful, but it can be overwhelming, especially when sleep-deprived, overtired, and with a toddler needing constant attention.”
Lisa revealed that she has faced negative experiences and comments, particularly on social media, while breastfeeding her toddler. She recounted an instance where someone suggested that her child’s attachment was solely due to breastfeeding, implying that it might hinder independence.
After breastfeeding for two years and three months, Lisa expressed that she doesn’t see herself stopping anytime soon but plans to do so when it no longer works for her or the children. While she would consider breastfeeding until they are six years old, she hopes her children will be confident and comfortable enough to wean by then.