Can I feed my husband my breast milk?

Its fine to offer him a taste. If he wants to suckle, though, make sure that you, he, and/or the baby dont have a communicable virus or infection such as thrush or herpes that can pass easily among the three of you. Remarkably, the immunological properties of breast milk benefit humans at any age.

What is the maximum age for breastfeeding?

The World Health Organization recommends that all babies be exclusively breastfed for 6 months, then gradually introduced to appropriate foods after 6 months while continuing to breastfeed for 2 years or beyond.

Is it OK for my husband to drink my colostrum?

Lots of women leak colostrum or clear fluid from their nipples when theyre pregnant. Its not exactly the same stuff youll produce when youre breastfeeding, but it is your breasts way of priming the pump (so to speak). As long as you and your breasts are enjoying it, your husband can, too.

Is it OK to breastfeed a 5 year old?

For the rest of the world its very common that toddlers 4 to 5 years old still are nursed by moms for bonding and health reasons. The World Health Organization recommends breastfeeding babies up to two years, precisely because of the breast-cancer-prevention benefits.

Can I breastfeed my husband before delivery?

Put a towel on your chest and try to have a sense of humor about it. Its normal. You can try breastfeeding or pumping before sex, but other than that there really isnt a whole lot you can do about it.

How many years can a woman produce breast milk?

WHOs guidelines recommend continue[d] frequent, on-demand breastfeeding until two years of age or beyond. The vast majority of mothers can produce enough milk to fully meet the nutritional needs of their baby for six months.

Can a woman lactate years after giving birth?

You may also notice a breast discharge if you are breastfeeding, have had a baby or are in mid- to late pregnancy (thats your body readying itself to produce milk for your baby). In fact, even if youre not breastfeeding you may notice a milky discharge for up to two years after giving birth.

Whats the oldest child to be breastfed?

For the rest of the world its very common that toddlers 4 to 5 years old still are nursed by moms for bonding and health reasons. The World Health Organization recommends breastfeeding babies up to two years, precisely because of the breast-cancer-prevention benefits.

What is the maximum age to breastfeed?

The World Health Organization recommends that all babies be exclusively breastfed for 6 months, then gradually introduced to appropriate foods after 6 months while continuing to breastfeed for 2 years or beyond. Stopping breastfeeding is called weaning.

How many years can a woman lactate?

WHOs guidelines recommend continue[d] frequent, on-demand breastfeeding until two years of age or beyond. The vast majority of mothers can produce enough milk to fully meet the nutritional needs of their baby for six months.

At what age is breast milk no longer beneficial?

The World Health Organization recommends that all babies be exclusively breastfed for 6 months, then gradually introduced to appropriate foods after 6 months while continuing to breastfeed for 2 years or beyond. Stopping breastfeeding is called weaning. It is up to you and your baby to decide when the time is right.