[Margaret Pilkington]

Well, I fed my daughter for 10 months and I only gave up because she had teeth and took great delight in biting me......I do not think I would have carried on much beyond the age of 12 months......and Katex, when i said 'what is Ok in the Congo doesn't necessarily translate to Cheadle' is supported by Lettie's post about clean water and formula and such...it wasn't a cultural reference. Although, to be honest most mothers do not have the luxury to CHOOSE to breastfeed for so long as they need to go back to work to help support the family...and I don't think it is always a convenience thing.....if you want to give your baby breast milk then you can express that milk and it can be given in a feeding bottle.