u/haleymlove

Hi! my baby turns 1 in a couple of weeks and I recently completely stopped breastfeeding, and honestly, it’s been a lot harder emotionally than I expected.

I had already gotten him off breastfeeding during the day and was just nursing at night. I recently stopped the nighttime feeds too, and other than him having a little trouble getting to sleep now, he’s been doing pretty well with the transition.

I’ve just been feeling really sad and depressed since stopping. I knew that breastfeeding releases hormones and endorphins, but I honestly didn’t expect to feel this way once I stopped.

Has anyone else experienced feeling depressed or really emotional after weaning? How long did it last, and what helped you get through it?