Wow! Good for you!!! I would have breast fed my son for a lot longer, but I had a really low supply and tried everything to build it. He always breast fed and had formula. At around 7.5 months he self weaned. I guess he figured out that the bottle was faster. I really wanted to do one year and possibly two though.
Breastfed toddlers feel loved and secure. They are confident and calm. That´s what I feel with all my four children, but I still think each case is a case. It depends on the mother, on the parents, on the family, on the environment...
you are just trying to keep you baby healty and the is no shame in that , breastfeeding is completly natural, And to all the people who are being rude , dont watch this if it disturbs you , really. makes no sense!
I agree that breastfeeding is natural. That's obvious. But a what is natural about posting a video of yourself breastfeeding your child on something as unnatural as the internet? Your not showing people that breastfeeding is natural by posting this particular video. Your just putting yourself and your child on display. That is unnatural. Give a breastfeeding seminar if you really want to educate people. This video teaches me nothing but furthers my belief that we deserve everything that's coming
I´ve uploaded other videos - Ari listening to music, Ari playing guitar, etc. All of those videos show things that are natural, so natural as breastfeeding is. :))
So lovely and natural! My mother breastfed me for a long time too, and we have a very strong bond and sweet memories of those times. I will breastfeed when I have babies; I think it is the best thing you can do for them.
That is simply amazing. Very natural and great for your child. I am breastfeeding mine when I have kids too. Thats what breasts are supposed to be used for anyway
That´s a hard stage (yes, they used to bite me). When it happened, I (naturally) took the baby out of the breast and told him/her it hurted (with a lot of theater, too!) Fortunately, that stage passes quickly.
i breast fed my son and had to stop when his teeth came in, i just wonder how you did it for so long because i wanted to continue but couldn't because of those sharp teeth.
I support nursing, maybe people who do not agree with it, should try putting a cover over their head when they eat in public too! My 4 year old walked at 9 months and is a brainiac and my 7 month old is awesome. Maybe instead of bashing mothers, people should put more emphasis on complimenting them. Another, I guess it isn't okay to nurse a child, whether in public or not, but I guess it is okay to breastfeed your spouse for sexual pleasure huh? Take that to another bank,this teller is closed!!
People are ignorant and mean. I'm 28. My mum didn't breastfed me because at this time, doctors convinced her it's better to feed babies with formula milk. I don't know if it's the reason I'm so frequently sick. I have no specific condition like diabetes or something obvious, but my immune system is like the weakest ever. So Gisèle Bundchen is right, all mums should breastfeed. I think you do the right thing and keep on fighting ignorance :o)
A questão é que há quem ache que não é. E tem de haver quem mostre que é. E mais: tem de haver quem mostre que a amamentação deve durar enquanto a criança e a mãe quiserem e não apenas porque os outros impõem uma data limite. E mais: deve haver quem não se importe de mostrar que é possível e salutar que a criança seja amamentada em qualquer lugar, sem prejuízo do seu bem-estar nem do bem-estar da mãe. Amamentar não é nenhum crime!
If more women breastfed their children longer maybe there would be fewer bitter, sad, resentful people in the world trolling YouTube. This woman is a hero for standing up against ignorance!
what the hell? why is she showing us breast feed her child! we know how it works! i personaly think its weird to breast feed a child after 1! once they have teeth there supposed to be eating! like lisen to yor body .. theres milk, untill they get teeth and teeth are there to chew food!
That could mean we chew everything that comes in to our mouth... sorry... wrong. This video shows toddlers have the right to breastdfeed whenever and wherever they want to, and mothers can nurse whenever and wherever they want to...
@XkeepinerlitX so after you get teeth you stop drinking/eating solids? No milk, juice, soup or broth? hmmm... I just don't think so. SO many 4 year old kids are drinking pop! This is so much better and healthier. Why must people cling to their ignorance and label something as sick just because of their personal UNEDUCATED opinion?
@drummondo5 thats discusting ! its anything but natural! you only breast feed a child when there tiny when they have know teeth! breast milk is only there untill they can eat!
She is to old to be beastfeeding sorry but i dont agree with this i dont want your approval on this comment i just want u 2 no that this is not right at all she is wayyyy to old she needs to be on a damn bottle this is not right this is SICK
Ari (he´s a boy) was 2 years old in this video. He was weaned at 4. He kept on breastfeeding until he felt it was time to stop. No bottles required at all. :)
@TabMcgee When you have enough food there isn't any problem at all, it's just when you don't have a lot of food that you have to take care the unborn baby still gets enough calories and yourbody doesn't use everything for producing breastmilk, but in the "wetern" world that usually isn't a problem
That´s not only a matter of feeding a child. There´s no food as breastmilk. And more: breastfeeding is Love. Please, do some reading about this subject. You´ll see clearly.
@AlexandraAntunes Yes, you got my point wrong. I meant you need to have enough food/calories for yourself to produce both breastmilk and give nutrients to the baby in the belly. If you don't have enough for both, there's a risk that the baby in the belly doesn't get enough. But as I said, usually there isn't a problem here in the west so you can easely do both.
I think that what your doing is great, letting the child wean themselves. Extended breastfeeding is proven to be more healthy, and it probably has psychological benefits as well. I plan to do the same thing once I have kids, God willing I find a wife who feels the same way.
In my opinnion I wouldnt breastfeed my child at the age of 2, once the child has teeth and is able to eat solid foods that is when I would not continue to breastfeed. In another point of view I dont see anything wrong with what you are doing because some mothers see this as bonding with their child and it is neutrition for the child. All mothers are different and raise their children different......by the way adorable little boy!! :)
Why do you do that at 3? Only babies are supposed to be breast fed as it's why they grow teeth to eat normal food. I think people who want to breast feed toddlers have issues.
When children grow teeth, they are able to eat what you call "normal food" and not only breast milk. That´s what happens with nursing toddlers. These toddlers have more than the others, to whom nursing is forbidden just because they have teeth. Breastfeeding children like mine are nursed until they naturally leave it. I think that people who breasfeed toddlers are conscient and don´t feel stressed about what other people may think about their supposed "issues".
If they can talk, they're able to ask for their needs, like "give me a hug". In this case, they´re able to say "mommy, I want to breastfeed (as they can say they want a glass of milk or a slice of bread or an apple). Sit down, please, mommy, I want to nurse." No worries.
Thank you very much! Ari is still breastfeeding after 15 days out on holiday with his father. During those 2 weeks, I´ve pumped out my milk. And of course, I have tried to prevent stress, doing things that make me happy.
I breastfed my son for 18 months and my daughter for almost three years...both times I had to stop because I had serious food poisoning( I HAD TO GO TO THE HOSPITAL) from food in restaurants...Breastfeeding is wonderful and it creates a very special bond between a mother and a child....I loved it every single time even though most of the people around me were against it and some of them considered me a freak....
If you know any freak, please report them to Youtube services. That´s what I do anytime I notice it. I´m doing this to show different points of view and to stop prejudice.
The nature of breastfeeding is wonderful. Thank you for putting up such an educational video; that helps propel the upcoming spread of breastfeeding mothers. Please do put more up
In support of Alexandra and in disagrement of nefeli1969 and her kind, I would like to reccommend reading "Maternal-Infant Bonding" by Klaus and Kennel. If you cannot find it (ebay?), there are many similiar books out there. And if BF is so perverted, disgusting, etc, then how did our ancestors get by for so many millenia? How and how long were children fed in Ancient Egypt or such places and times? Why are we in 20th century America so appalled by BF? Has technology so changed us? Cheers, Ma'am
I have been Bfeeding my boy for 11 months and he is about to turn a year old, I was going to have him off the breast by than but he refuses to take bottles, sippies, cups, anything else. What do you think I should do?
Maybe it´s just a phase he's going through. It can be a matter of discipline. But: breastfeeding mothers need more rest than non-breastfeeding ones. A tired mother can avoid saying "no" because is much more stressing watching her child's anger... Anyway, you´ve done much more than many mothers! You've nursed your son for near one year. Notice that the breast is yours above all. And if you aren´t happy anymore with nursing, it´s time to stop. Don´t stress. Congratulations for your job! :)
criticize i practice freedom of speech and shared what i thought. i am sorry you did not find my comment pleasing to you but i am not the only one to think Ari is too old.
If you do some reading through all these comments, you'll find many different thoughts. They´re here not to please me, but to show different points of view.
Can anyone explain why is it that when the baby latches on at birth, you have to wait for baby to open the mouth wide as to latch on, but at this age, your son hasn't got his mouth open wide as a baby would. Why does the baby open wide to latch on, but this 3 year old does not do that? Looks to me that he is just pulling on the nipple and playing with it.
You've just said "no problem". So what's the problem? Ari is my son and he's here under my approval: headbanging, listening to his favourite music, playing guitar. This nursing video in particular is here to show that breastfeeding is a natural thing. It's made and published just for you. :)
I think 1 year is plenty of time for breast feeding. I felt a little grossed out (no offense) watching a few seconds. In my opinion I think once a child is having table food they do not need to breast feed.
Once again in this site I ask you to read all the information about breastfeeding: it's not only about nutrition, but much more than that. Please: do as much reading as you can before you criticize.
I think it's wonderful you've been able to do this so long, I'm a new mom just starting out with my first, I hope I can feed him as long as possible by my breast.
But I have to ask....with him tugging at the end of your nipple like that how are they not all cracked and sore!? Wow.
At the beggining, when I was a young mother like you are, it wasn´t easy at all. But after nursing for so long, my nursing "machine" has (fortunately) changed. Our body has the ability to do that, don´t worry. Breastfeeding is like living: enjoy each day!
Ari will decide by himself when. We've no need to pump out my milk, because fortunately I've got enough time to nurse him. We're both happy with our extended breastfeeding (I think you can see it!)
Good for you for opening up the can of worms. I still feed my 2 and a half year old breastmilk. It's our society that has so many hang ups about breasts because they are so sexualized in advertising and media in general. Actually, the function of breasts is for nursing. The milk in later years is more concentrated with nutrition.
Very beautiful. At first, it looks as if Ari was a bit intimidated by the camera but when he 'got the hang of it', he looked as if he was thoroughly enjoying himself. Ari looks like a pro who will doing this for a few more years! :-)
Wow I think breast feeding can be a beautiful thing but your kid is sucking your tit like a calf does.. YUCK and I read your info and you breast feed your one child until they were 5?? I think after the age of 1 the breast feeding is more for the mother then the child.. How hard would it be to pump it into a cup???
I don't push breastfeeding. Only one of mine was breastfed until he was 5, because he wanted to. That's all: I'm sure my children are happy because of it.
Its actually common knowledge to all mothers(least it should be) that breastfeeding beyond 6mths becomes nothing more than a comfort to the child (bit like sooking on a dummy)...i dont blame children for wanting "the boob"...i blame mothers who are too lazy to wean them off it and opt for the simple option...i am a mother of 5 breastfed kids and not 1 of mine went beyond 8mths at the latest..thats allowing weaning time.
Unfortunately you haven´t read as much as you should. I think a 8 months child needs a lot to be breastfed, but... that was your decision (I hope nobody has decided for you!). Good luck to you all.
The World Health Organization states that a child should breast feed for at least 2 years. Extended breast feeding in the US and Western Europe is being accepted more and more as the proof of positive effects to both mother and child are being uncovered by the research. The current world average age for weaning is age 4, and scientifically speaking a mammal is to nurse until just before the adult teeth come in as that is when the immune system is fully developed.
Completely untrue. My child's pediatrician informed us that the primary source of nourishment until age ONE is supposed to be breastmilk and that the introduction of solid food is purely to help a child learn about flavors and textures, but they get the necessary nutrition from breastmilk and nothing else science has come up with is better or even comparable. The American Pediatric Association recommends breastfeeding until age 2. Darned open minds!
Maybe you are seeing a "boob", so you think it's a "boob". This video is about a mother and a child and it was made for mothers - or future mothers - that should nurse their children without being criticized. That´s why I´m patiently answering to comments like the one you've just done. I assume you don´t know anything about breastfeeding...
Very nice vid some people so ignorant of what is natual..i still feed my little boy he is 2 now..ive got four been breast feeding for 9 years in tibet we feed until our kids not need it any more that is the way...Blessings always .
That´s the point: this is totally natural. That's how I use to nurse Ari when I´m sitting. He´s a perfectly normal child. Ok, maybe not for you. That's why I´m posting this: watch it, read, watch videos of other mothers and children, read, read, read and... think first before writing things you´re not informed about, please.
Age and time aren´t the same to everyone. Some children are naturally fed by their mothers till they are 4, 5 or 6... and this is natural and healthy. Well being is the priority. If child and mother are happy, so everything's ok... :)
An infant or toddlers suck its much different than that of an adult. It is not painful, but can be if the baby is latched incorrectly.
You judge the amount of milk consumed by the number of wet diapers a baby has. You cannot actually tell the exact quanity unless you weigh baby before and after feeding.
Extended breastfeeding is beautiful and normal as well as nutritionally beneficial. Congratulations. You are brave for posting this, people are very uneducated on the subject. They don't understand that it is physiologically normal to nurse a toddler...
I liked the way you breast fed your sond ari. you have done the right thing. I would like to ask you some questions. please dont be embarassed. Does big breasts have more milk and small breasts less milk. What about the size of the teats, should it be big or small. On what depends the flow of milk. What sensation do you get when you feed. How much milk would ari drink. a glass. do you feed him on both the breasts. waiting for your answers.
...'the west' have become so obssesed with sex they have forgotten that breast feeding is what breasts are for.
Men ONLY find them attractive as evoloution has imprinted on them that large breasts will hopefully mean lots of milk and health children! Nothing to do with sex whatever people may think!!
I would be willing to bet that N1969 is a Westen Christian. Unfortunalty relgion and its ideas of sex and the body has also destorted a perfectly wholesome, totaly Asexual, natural act.
Thanks for the beautiful comment. It is interesting to hear from you. I always thought it hurt. what is the feeling that you have when you feed. How much milk would you have normally. a bottle. is it sufficient for him. When ari drinks what sensation do you get. please enlightened. your video is very intersting. Continue feeding your child. you are really wonderful person.
I think Alexandra is trying to educate people and open an intelligent conversation to people willing and able to discuss the subject with some objectivity. However, I cannot, of course, speak for her. I do congratulate Alexandra on her efforts to help her children and everyone else, especially in the face of so much pervasive ignorance! Please don't waste this space insulting me, I can well imagine what you might say.
I dont see any child as pervy of course not!! i just think when a kid can ask then its too old and a bit wrong, no doubt your a good mother and love your son. I just think putting a video as personal as this on you tube is a bit 'out there', im educated enough to know about the world and at 16 i can say what i think. Good luck to ya
You are not "educated enough". I'm sorry, but you are a first year student - in many ways, you are still a child yourself. I hope you continue your education with an open and eager mind - you have a long, long way to go! Good luck to you (seriously)!
psychologically you may have problems in later life to deal with as a result of this. Its like the saying goes everything in moderation. dunno ur reasons for posting wouldnt like though of all the pervs wanking off
That's a fact. Here you are, in a world with "pervs" and good people. And with good people with some hidden pervertions. No matter that and above your thoughts and beliefs about this, I think all of us can learn a bit.
issues could be anything as a child gets older and has clear memories, mental issues can be proven by early childhood. Unnatural obsessions, i only commented because i am in my first year into human development and i know it is important for mother and baby to form a bond and breastfeeding is good for both. But here is a point when it looks and is wrong on many levels, a much older child playing with your breast just looks wrong to me,
As you have said (repeatedly), you are in your FIRST YEAR of study! You are not a mother, you are not a doctor, scientist, or accomplished researcher. Until you have *at least* a Ph.D. in the subject AND have a child yourself, please keep your thoughts to yourself (or only share them with your professors (plural)!)! I'm sorry to single you out - what I'm saying to you goes to everyone who has felt the need to post ideas without an extensive, well-rounded education or any personal experience!
you talking to me? if you are im just laughing, my point is valid can see yourself the pervs wanking off and posting comments, siiiiiiiiickkkkkkkkkkkkkoooos!! why put a vid of ya kid on you tube to be perved over, and i am not a child so dont think ur better comprende???
i agree with breast feeding babys but this is to the extreme and rather sick to watch , im doing baby development for part of my college course and have been shocked by some of the videos there are like this, looks wrong very very wrong the kid will grow up with so many issues, i dont get why you have posted this keep it to your self !! what is your reason certainly nothing logical about it!!
Defendo a liberdade de escolha, uma amamentação sem pressões sobre a mãe e a idade da criança, ou o local em que é praticada. Oponho-me a que pessoas e factores externos ao par mãe-criança interfiram. Infelizmente, (ainda/já) há quem pense que amamentar é crime... e isto é muito grave.
Claro, é isso que eu penso. Até 6 meses só peito, depois pode ser substituído completamente. Eu vi uma entrevista c o Dr. Robert Rey e ele afirma q os pediatras de hj em dia estão detonando c o corpo de nós mães qdo exigem amamentar a criança mesmo gde como esta no vídeo. O peito ñ volta a ser o q era nunca +! A amamentação até este tamanho dve ser indicada nos países pobres onde ñ se tem o q comer, aí sim é a única saída! Amigas, cuidem de si tb.
e a coisa mais bonita e natural do mundo: uma mae que da de mamar a sua filha!
Esta comprovado que para as crianças e muito saudavel!
dearmalika 5 months ago
I think a beautiful attitude of the mothers like you all should take this lesson of love, care and nutrition to children, adults would have better
alexisgere1 11 months ago
Wow! Good for you!!! I would have breast fed my son for a lot longer, but I had a really low supply and tried everything to build it. He always breast fed and had formula. At around 7.5 months he self weaned. I guess he figured out that the bottle was faster. I really wanted to do one year and possibly two though.
Vargus219 11 months ago
Hey, My name is Ari too!
920arianna 11 months ago
He is so cute!!
1973heaven 11 months ago
@1973heaven
You´re too kind. Thank you very much!
AlexandraAntunes 11 months ago
Is it true that breastfeeded todlers are more "docile" or more "well behaved" than the ones that not??
beautywolfy 1 year ago
@beautywolfy
Breastfed toddlers feel loved and secure. They are confident and calm. That´s what I feel with all my four children, but I still think each case is a case. It depends on the mother, on the parents, on the family, on the environment...
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
beautiful
uuterrree 1 year ago
I think what you are doing is great :D
you are just trying to keep you baby healty and the is no shame in that , breastfeeding is completly natural, And to all the people who are being rude , dont watch this if it disturbs you , really. makes no sense!
amazingtoastfrog 1 year ago 2
why only the left side in both the videos ??
monsterjigzz 1 year ago
@monsterjigzz
Because I had milk mainly in the left breast.
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
I agree that breastfeeding is natural. That's obvious. But a what is natural about posting a video of yourself breastfeeding your child on something as unnatural as the internet? Your not showing people that breastfeeding is natural by posting this particular video. Your just putting yourself and your child on display. That is unnatural. Give a breastfeeding seminar if you really want to educate people. This video teaches me nothing but furthers my belief that we deserve everything that's coming
sickofhuman84 1 year ago 5
@sickofhuman84
I´ve uploaded other videos - Ari listening to music, Ari playing guitar, etc. All of those videos show things that are natural, so natural as breastfeeding is. :))
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
So lovely and natural! My mother breastfed me for a long time too, and we have a very strong bond and sweet memories of those times. I will breastfeed when I have babies; I think it is the best thing you can do for them.
SBSY07 1 year ago 4
@SBSY07
Thank you very much. You are LOVE. I wish someday the world can be as simple as this. A strong hug to your loving mother.
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago 2
That is simply amazing. Very natural and great for your child. I am breastfeeding mine when I have kids too. Thats what breasts are supposed to be used for anyway
emanubano 1 year ago
How did you get past the teething stage? Did they ever bite you? Thats what worries me with my baby :(
CraftyKoo 1 year ago
@CraftyKoo
That´s a hard stage (yes, they used to bite me). When it happened, I (naturally) took the baby out of the breast and told him/her it hurted (with a lot of theater, too!) Fortunately, that stage passes quickly.
Go ahead, don´t give up because of that.
xxx
Alex <3
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
Good job mama, don't listen to peoples narrow minded opinions, breast is best even 2 years and beyond.
melissamccallum42 1 year ago
like this one too.
thor2070 1 year ago
i breast fed my son and had to stop when his teeth came in, i just wonder how you did it for so long because i wanted to continue but couldn't because of those sharp teeth.
mzqueenbee71 1 year ago
I support nursing, maybe people who do not agree with it, should try putting a cover over their head when they eat in public too! My 4 year old walked at 9 months and is a brainiac and my 7 month old is awesome. Maybe instead of bashing mothers, people should put more emphasis on complimenting them. Another, I guess it isn't okay to nurse a child, whether in public or not, but I guess it is okay to breastfeed your spouse for sexual pleasure huh? Take that to another bank,this teller is closed!!
COCOAPIE1234 1 year ago
People are ignorant and mean. I'm 28. My mum didn't breastfed me because at this time, doctors convinced her it's better to feed babies with formula milk. I don't know if it's the reason I'm so frequently sick. I have no specific condition like diabetes or something obvious, but my immune system is like the weakest ever. So Gisèle Bundchen is right, all mums should breastfeed. I think you do the right thing and keep on fighting ignorance :o)
louloutre 1 year ago
THIS KID IS WAY OVER THE AGE LIMIT! I GUESS IF YOU HAVE NO MORE KIDS, YOU COULD BREAST FEED SOME CATS!
wonderall100 1 year ago
@wonderall100
Simple and pure ignorance of yours. Please do some reading and educate yourself. Best regards.
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago 6
i totally thought ari was a girl!!!!!!!!!!!!!
smexiigurll17 1 year ago 4
@smexiigurll17 :-)))
You aren´t the only one! :-P
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
@smexiigurll17 lol yeh!
TheRocKYaSiR 1 year ago
axo k amamentação é bom mas não precisa de esposição como no youtube...
alehertel02 1 year ago
@alehertel02
A questão é que há quem ache que não é. E tem de haver quem mostre que é. E mais: tem de haver quem mostre que a amamentação deve durar enquanto a criança e a mãe quiserem e não apenas porque os outros impõem uma data limite. E mais: deve haver quem não se importe de mostrar que é possível e salutar que a criança seja amamentada em qualquer lugar, sem prejuízo do seu bem-estar nem do bem-estar da mãe. Amamentar não é nenhum crime!
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
If more women breastfed their children longer maybe there would be fewer bitter, sad, resentful people in the world trolling YouTube. This woman is a hero for standing up against ignorance!
eddWyrd 1 year ago
Beautiful, Ari is very lucky to have had a wholesome, nurturing upbringing :)
HardbeatAcolyte 1 year ago
i like your video
kisses - claudia
claudiaweiher 1 year ago
@claudiaweiher
Thank you so much, Claudia! :)**
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
what the hell? why is she showing us breast feed her child! we know how it works! i personaly think its weird to breast feed a child after 1! once they have teeth there supposed to be eating! like lisen to yor body .. theres milk, untill they get teeth and teeth are there to chew food!
XkeepinerlitX 1 year ago
@XkeepinerlitX
That could mean we chew everything that comes in to our mouth... sorry... wrong. This video shows toddlers have the right to breastdfeed whenever and wherever they want to, and mothers can nurse whenever and wherever they want to...
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
@XkeepinerlitX so after you get teeth you stop drinking/eating solids? No milk, juice, soup or broth? hmmm... I just don't think so. SO many 4 year old kids are drinking pop! This is so much better and healthier. Why must people cling to their ignorance and label something as sick just because of their personal UNEDUCATED opinion?
amyanda 1 year ago
@drummondo5 thats discusting ! its anything but natural! you only breast feed a child when there tiny when they have know teeth! breast milk is only there untill they can eat!
XkeepinerlitX 1 year ago
@XkeepinerlitX
Totally wrong. You should read and learn a bit about breastfeeding before you say anything about this.
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago 2
Were you pregnant AND nursing a two year old?
Didn't think it was physically possible.
bookkeeper57 1 year ago
@bookkeeper57
Yes, it is. Because I did it.
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
@bookkeeper57 It's possible as long as you keep feeding. If you stop feeding for a few days, milk production will stop.
QuicksilverdotFX 1 year ago
She is to old to be beastfeeding sorry but i dont agree with this i dont want your approval on this comment i just want u 2 no that this is not right at all she is wayyyy to old she needs to be on a damn bottle this is not right this is SICK
AmbriBB4L 1 year ago
@AmbriBB4L
Ari (he´s a boy) was 2 years old in this video. He was weaned at 4. He kept on breastfeeding until he felt it was time to stop. No bottles required at all. :)
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
this looks extrememly painful the way he is nursing, i am 5 monthes pregnant and i plan to breastfeed but not if they suck like that! ouch
boucher21 1 year ago
@boucher21
It´s just a matter of training. Your nipples get used to it.
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
Did you breastfeed while pregnant? I am TTC our 2nd and don't want to stop breastfeeding since my daughter is only 8 months old.
TabMcgee 1 year ago
Yes, TabMcgee, I did. I breastfed my 2nd while pregnant for the 3rd time.
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
@TabMcgee When you have enough food there isn't any problem at all, it's just when you don't have a lot of food that you have to take care the unborn baby still gets enough calories and yourbody doesn't use everything for producing breastmilk, but in the "wetern" world that usually isn't a problem
Icedude1978 1 year ago
@Icedude1978
That´s not only a matter of feeding a child. There´s no food as breastmilk. And more: breastfeeding is Love. Please, do some reading about this subject. You´ll see clearly.
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
@AlexandraAntunes Yes, you got my point wrong. I meant you need to have enough food/calories for yourself to produce both breastmilk and give nutrients to the baby in the belly. If you don't have enough for both, there's a risk that the baby in the belly doesn't get enough. But as I said, usually there isn't a problem here in the west so you can easely do both.
Icedude1978 1 year ago
@Icedude1978
So sorry. You´re completely right.
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
do you post more videos?
deadmen69 1 year ago
I've got a small one, that was taken in the park, last summer. Maybe I'll post it.
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
I think that what your doing is great, letting the child wean themselves. Extended breastfeeding is proven to be more healthy, and it probably has psychological benefits as well. I plan to do the same thing once I have kids, God willing I find a wife who feels the same way.
kirakillskillers 1 year ago
In my opinnion I wouldnt breastfeed my child at the age of 2, once the child has teeth and is able to eat solid foods that is when I would not continue to breastfeed. In another point of view I dont see anything wrong with what you are doing because some mothers see this as bonding with their child and it is neutrition for the child. All mothers are different and raise their children different......by the way adorable little boy!! :)
Babyblueguh 2 years ago 2
good for you, I have a 4 year old, and he still nurses.
keyjules24 2 years ago 11
@keyjules24 How do produce milk over a 4 year period?
july191955 1 year ago
i am a proud breastfeeding mom up to 2 years. i have to admit this video made me a little uncomfortable.
diverselady 2 years ago 5
Can you explain why?
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
@diverselady
Why would it make you uncomfortable? A 2 year old is not sexualizing the breast.
galveston 2 years ago
@galveston no the 2 year old isn't, but what about other people? and the mother knows what sex is for sure
sweety4271984 5 months ago
Why do you do that at 3? Only babies are supposed to be breast fed as it's why they grow teeth to eat normal food. I think people who want to breast feed toddlers have issues.
SuzLa1 2 years ago 3
When children grow teeth, they are able to eat what you call "normal food" and not only breast milk. That´s what happens with nursing toddlers. These toddlers have more than the others, to whom nursing is forbidden just because they have teeth. Breastfeeding children like mine are nursed until they naturally leave it. I think that people who breasfeed toddlers are conscient and don´t feel stressed about what other people may think about their supposed "issues".
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
if they can talk they're too old for breast feeding!
cameronYGY 2 years ago
If they can talk, they're able to ask for their needs, like "give me a hug". In this case, they´re able to say "mommy, I want to breastfeed (as they can say they want a glass of milk or a slice of bread or an apple). Sit down, please, mommy, I want to nurse." No worries.
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
That is wonderful! I agree with you. I have a feeling I wasn't breastfed as much as I miss it. Thank you for sharing this!
JugglingTed 2 years ago
LOL...........that was adorable. i feel sorry for that poor boobie tho, the way he kept stretching it.
boobman383 2 years ago
cute
secretlifeisthelife 2 years ago
Thank you very much! Ari is still breastfeeding after 15 days out on holiday with his father. During those 2 weeks, I´ve pumped out my milk. And of course, I have tried to prevent stress, doing things that make me happy.
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
Breast is best. Please make more videos.
pumpkin206 2 years ago 3
I breastfed my son for 18 months and my daughter for almost three years...both times I had to stop because I had serious food poisoning( I HAD TO GO TO THE HOSPITAL) from food in restaurants...Breastfeeding is wonderful and it creates a very special bond between a mother and a child....I loved it every single time even though most of the people around me were against it and some of them considered me a freak....
matina243 2 years ago
Bravo Matina! Alla den exeis anevasei kanena videaki.
liakoel 2 years ago
now this is nasty, to do this on youtube, for all the freaks to see! also he's getting old now! let boy go off the tit now!
mlisamyers 2 years ago
@mlisamyers
If you know any freak, please report them to Youtube services. That´s what I do anytime I notice it. I´m doing this to show different points of view and to stop prejudice.
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
Beautiful Do you have a facebook? I would love to get to see some pics of ur baby boy :) so great and natural
secretlifeisthelife 2 years ago
Don't be a sick freak.
GeoffProkop 2 years ago
The nature of breastfeeding is wonderful. Thank you for putting up such an educational video; that helps propel the upcoming spread of breastfeeding mothers. Please do put more up
spiralhit 2 years ago 2
Woa, Doesnt it hurt like hell after a while? :o
bronzeridder 2 years ago
actually it does...not =P
mococartas 2 years ago
In support of Alexandra and in disagrement of nefeli1969 and her kind, I would like to reccommend reading "Maternal-Infant Bonding" by Klaus and Kennel. If you cannot find it (ebay?), there are many similiar books out there. And if BF is so perverted, disgusting, etc, then how did our ancestors get by for so many millenia? How and how long were children fed in Ancient Egypt or such places and times? Why are we in 20th century America so appalled by BF? Has technology so changed us? Cheers, Ma'am
jeb6314 2 years ago 3
you have beautiful breasts. and a beautiful child. youre a wnderful mommy. im having a son in less than a month and cant wait to breastfeed him.
madilov11 2 years ago
He is much too old to still be breastfeeding. Give him a bottle!
nycami712 2 years ago
No, at the age of two he wasn´t too old to be breastfeeding. Now, at four, Ari decided that was enough. And he naturally was weaned.
AlexandraAntunes 1 year ago
I have been Bfeeding my boy for 11 months and he is about to turn a year old, I was going to have him off the breast by than but he refuses to take bottles, sippies, cups, anything else. What do you think I should do?
freedomtear 2 years ago 2
Maybe it´s just a phase he's going through. It can be a matter of discipline. But: breastfeeding mothers need more rest than non-breastfeeding ones. A tired mother can avoid saying "no" because is much more stressing watching her child's anger... Anyway, you´ve done much more than many mothers! You've nursed your son for near one year. Notice that the breast is yours above all. And if you aren´t happy anymore with nursing, it´s time to stop. Don´t stress. Congratulations for your job! :)
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
criticize i practice freedom of speech and shared what i thought. i am sorry you did not find my comment pleasing to you but i am not the only one to think Ari is too old.
alicson159 2 years ago
If you do some reading through all these comments, you'll find many different thoughts. They´re here not to please me, but to show different points of view.
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
why are you filming this....
icearrow157 2 years ago
One thing you can be sure: it's not for entertainment!
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
Can anyone explain why is it that when the baby latches on at birth, you have to wait for baby to open the mouth wide as to latch on, but at this age, your son hasn't got his mouth open wide as a baby would. Why does the baby open wide to latch on, but this 3 year old does not do that? Looks to me that he is just pulling on the nipple and playing with it.
brousseaua 2 years ago 2
Ari is not a baby anymore. His mouth is larger and he's a leader in breastfeeding now. He's got all the issues, as you see.
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
When is the right time to stop breastfeeding?
Some say 2, some say 3, 4, or 6.
I say it's time to stop when he start slipping one-dollar bills into her brassiere.
MondoBeno 2 years ago
:)))
In other words: it's time to stop when the child or the mother or both decide to stop.
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
No problem nursing a 3 year old child. My question is: should you film it?
MultiMaricota 2 years ago
You've just said "no problem". So what's the problem? Ari is my son and he's here under my approval: headbanging, listening to his favourite music, playing guitar. This nursing video in particular is here to show that breastfeeding is a natural thing. It's made and published just for you. :)
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
wonderful video we need more
monzerttt 2 years ago
I think 1 year is plenty of time for breast feeding. I felt a little grossed out (no offense) watching a few seconds. In my opinion I think once a child is having table food they do not need to breast feed.
alicson159 2 years ago
Once again in this site I ask you to read all the information about breastfeeding: it's not only about nutrition, but much more than that. Please: do as much reading as you can before you criticize.
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
I think it's wonderful you've been able to do this so long, I'm a new mom just starting out with my first, I hope I can feed him as long as possible by my breast.
But I have to ask....with him tugging at the end of your nipple like that how are they not all cracked and sore!? Wow.
shamaho 2 years ago
At the beggining, when I was a young mother like you are, it wasn´t easy at all. But after nursing for so long, my nursing "machine" has (fortunately) changed. Our body has the ability to do that, don´t worry. Breastfeeding is like living: enjoy each day!
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
why don't you pump into a sippy cup?! this child is wayyyyyyy too old for this
missotis1 2 years ago
Ari will decide by himself when. We've no need to pump out my milk, because fortunately I've got enough time to nurse him. We're both happy with our extended breastfeeding (I think you can see it!)
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
Good for you for opening up the can of worms. I still feed my 2 and a half year old breastmilk. It's our society that has so many hang ups about breasts because they are so sexualized in advertising and media in general. Actually, the function of breasts is for nursing. The milk in later years is more concentrated with nutrition.
Do some reading people!
psburinkou 2 years ago
oi why would u want to film ur kid sucking ur tit may i ask ?
EllieMorden 2 years ago
That's why you need to do some reading before you ask.
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
YOU ARE MILK?
cacarraz 2 years ago
Very beautiful. At first, it looks as if Ari was a bit intimidated by the camera but when he 'got the hang of it', he looked as if he was thoroughly enjoying himself. Ari looks like a pro who will doing this for a few more years! :-)
Habsfan0206 2 years ago
Wow I think breast feeding can be a beautiful thing but your kid is sucking your tit like a calf does.. YUCK and I read your info and you breast feed your one child until they were 5?? I think after the age of 1 the breast feeding is more for the mother then the child.. How hard would it be to pump it into a cup???
Cole1482 2 years ago
I don't push breastfeeding. Only one of mine was breastfed until he was 5, because he wanted to. That's all: I'm sure my children are happy because of it.
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
The World Health Organization states that it is beneficial to breast feed for at least two years. The world average weaning age is actually 4.
Aubreykproflil1s 2 years ago
Its actually common knowledge to all mothers(least it should be) that breastfeeding beyond 6mths becomes nothing more than a comfort to the child (bit like sooking on a dummy)...i dont blame children for wanting "the boob"...i blame mothers who are too lazy to wean them off it and opt for the simple option...i am a mother of 5 breastfed kids and not 1 of mine went beyond 8mths at the latest..thats allowing weaning time.
lmistygrl 2 years ago
Unfortunately you haven´t read as much as you should. I think a 8 months child needs a lot to be breastfed, but... that was your decision (I hope nobody has decided for you!). Good luck to you all.
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
The World Health Organization states that a child should breast feed for at least 2 years. Extended breast feeding in the US and Western Europe is being accepted more and more as the proof of positive effects to both mother and child are being uncovered by the research. The current world average age for weaning is age 4, and scientifically speaking a mammal is to nurse until just before the adult teeth come in as that is when the immune system is fully developed.
Aubreykproflil1s 2 years ago
Completely untrue. My child's pediatrician informed us that the primary source of nourishment until age ONE is supposed to be breastmilk and that the introduction of solid food is purely to help a child learn about flavors and textures, but they get the necessary nutrition from breastmilk and nothing else science has come up with is better or even comparable. The American Pediatric Association recommends breastfeeding until age 2. Darned open minds!
surfergirl62587 2 years ago
Dont you think he should have had a bib on? this was a long feed thats why in my opinion he should have wearing a bibby.
mrash1 2 years ago
Great video. Sad to see so many ignorant comments, though.
jennifermay2979 2 years ago
well why do you just put it up many people don't like to put their boobs on da internet!!
Megan2570 2 years ago
Maybe you are seeing a "boob", so you think it's a "boob". This video is about a mother and a child and it was made for mothers - or future mothers - that should nurse their children without being criticized. That´s why I´m patiently answering to comments like the one you've just done. I assume you don´t know anything about breastfeeding...
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
You are right!!!
icemom09 2 years ago
the link dont worke :)
nellyjonasson19 2 years ago
Very nice vid some people so ignorant of what is natual..i still feed my little boy he is 2 now..ive got four been breast feeding for 9 years in tibet we feed until our kids not need it any more that is the way...Blessings always .
khampagal38 2 years ago
disgusting...
oneil813 2 years ago
Why do you say so? Can you explain it?
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
anytime a child can literally sit in front of you and just suck like that...its a little weird
and then you record it o_O...sorry if I don't get it but that stop looking "natural" when you didn't have to hold her anymore.
treestar 2 years ago
That´s the point: this is totally natural. That's how I use to nurse Ari when I´m sitting. He´s a perfectly normal child. Ok, maybe not for you. That's why I´m posting this: watch it, read, watch videos of other mothers and children, read, read, read and... think first before writing things you´re not informed about, please.
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
She sucks like a little calf I love it!
beautywolfy 2 years ago
i dunno i wouldnt do that id refuse to be fed like that! give me a bottle cheers
TABITHA18X 2 years ago
Isn't the kid bit too old to be doing this anymore?
PosholNahooy 2 years ago
Age and time aren´t the same to everyone. Some children are naturally fed by their mothers till they are 4, 5 or 6... and this is natural and healthy. Well being is the priority. If child and mother are happy, so everything's ok... :)
AlexandraAntunes 2 years ago
Excelente!! Acho optimo quando as maes amamentam para alem dos 6 meses.
nyane25 3 years ago
An infant or toddlers suck its much different than that of an adult. It is not painful, but can be if the baby is latched incorrectly.
You judge the amount of milk consumed by the number of wet diapers a baby has. You cannot actually tell the exact quanity unless you weigh baby before and after feeding.
MilkinMamma 3 years ago
Thank you very very much, MilkinMamma, for answering to Nadiaschumacher1989 questions.
AlexandraAntunes 3 years ago
Extended breastfeeding is beautiful and normal as well as nutritionally beneficial. Congratulations. You are brave for posting this, people are very uneducated on the subject. They don't understand that it is physiologically normal to nurse a toddler...
MilkinMamma 3 years ago
I liked the way you breast fed your sond ari. you have done the right thing. I would like to ask you some questions. please dont be embarassed. Does big breasts have more milk and small breasts less milk. What about the size of the teats, should it be big or small. On what depends the flow of milk. What sensation do you get when you feed. How much milk would ari drink. a glass. do you feed him on both the breasts. waiting for your answers.
nadiaschumacher1989 3 years ago
Breast size and nipple size are irrelevant to the amount of milk produced. Sm breasts can make as much milk as a woman with lg breasts.
Hydration is a key factor in milk quanity. Flow of milk is not something a woman can control. After letdown, milk is extracted solely by the baby.
MilkinMamma 3 years ago
Good for you!!! It's the best food for children and it's natural!! What an amazing bond!! :D
mnat28 3 years ago
wtf haha at :48
hellomotogoogleyahoo 3 years ago
hes pimpin
damonsecloro 3 years ago
lukcy bastard
whatswiky 3 years ago
My son his a8 months and I plan to breast feed till he is around two.
I think it is very sad that
hannah82nz 3 years ago
...'the west' have become so obssesed with sex they have forgotten that breast feeding is what breasts are for.
Men ONLY find them attractive as evoloution has imprinted on them that large breasts will hopefully mean lots of milk and health children! Nothing to do with sex whatever people may think!!
I would be willing to bet that N1969 is a Westen Christian. Unfortunalty relgion and its ideas of sex and the body has also destorted a perfectly wholesome, totaly Asexual, natural act.
hannah82nz 3 years ago
k strange to post this just strange. I dont see your motivation at all
yah2w 3 years ago 2
Thank YOU ITS DISGusTING
medlinestock 3 years ago
hi do you not get pain as you feed your child. I like the video. you are a good mother. keep it up.
Briasne1989 3 years ago
Thank you for your comment. No, it doesn´t hurt me, but sometimes Ari bites me. So, I stop feeding him and tell him no to do that. That´s all :-)
AlexandraAntunes 3 years ago
how many milk did he drink everyday?
secretorganisation 3 years ago
It´s hard to say how much milk. I nurse him until the breast is empty or until Ari stops having my milk.
AlexandraAntunes 3 years ago
Thanks for the beautiful comment. It is interesting to hear from you. I always thought it hurt. what is the feeling that you have when you feed. How much milk would you have normally. a bottle. is it sufficient for him. When ari drinks what sensation do you get. please enlightened. your video is very intersting. Continue feeding your child. you are really wonderful person.
Briasne1989 3 years ago
Weird
ferringer66 3 years ago
osofine23 ..... why are you repeating yourself?
TABITHA18X 3 years ago
thankyou i busted like 7 nuts watching this, i look forword to your next videos -.o.
CaMReANz 3 years ago
those are some tig ole bitties
I'm jealous of your son
dathill 3 years ago
that is so cute.
Karen3131 3 years ago
why would you make a video of this. let alone put it on youtube?
flaminshiz 3 years ago
I think Alexandra is trying to educate people and open an intelligent conversation to people willing and able to discuss the subject with some objectivity. However, I cannot, of course, speak for her. I do congratulate Alexandra on her efforts to help her children and everyone else, especially in the face of so much pervasive ignorance! Please don't waste this space insulting me, I can well imagine what you might say.
osofine23 3 years ago
I dont see any child as pervy of course not!! i just think when a kid can ask then its too old and a bit wrong, no doubt your a good mother and love your son. I just think putting a video as personal as this on you tube is a bit 'out there', im educated enough to know about the world and at 16 i can say what i think. Good luck to ya
TABITHA18X 3 years ago
You are not "educated enough". I'm sorry, but you are a first year student - in many ways, you are still a child yourself. I hope you continue your education with an open and eager mind - you have a long, long way to go! Good luck to you (seriously)!
osofine23 3 years ago
psychologically you may have problems in later life to deal with as a result of this. Its like the saying goes everything in moderation. dunno ur reasons for posting wouldnt like though of all the pervs wanking off
TABITHA18X 3 years ago
That's a fact. Here you are, in a world with "pervs" and good people. And with good people with some hidden pervertions. No matter that and above your thoughts and beliefs about this, I think all of us can learn a bit.
AlexandraAntunes 3 years ago
issues could be anything as a child gets older and has clear memories, mental issues can be proven by early childhood. Unnatural obsessions, i only commented because i am in my first year into human development and i know it is important for mother and baby to form a bond and breastfeeding is good for both. But here is a point when it looks and is wrong on many levels, a much older child playing with your breast just looks wrong to me,
TABITHA18X 3 years ago
I believe Ari does not "play" with my breast in a perverted way. Do you see pervertion in it?
AlexandraAntunes 3 years ago
As you have said (repeatedly), you are in your FIRST YEAR of study! You are not a mother, you are not a doctor, scientist, or accomplished researcher. Until you have *at least* a Ph.D. in the subject AND have a child yourself, please keep your thoughts to yourself (or only share them with your professors (plural)!)! I'm sorry to single you out - what I'm saying to you goes to everyone who has felt the need to post ideas without an extensive, well-rounded education or any personal experience!
osofine23 3 years ago
you talking to me? if you are im just laughing, my point is valid can see yourself the pervs wanking off and posting comments, siiiiiiiiickkkkkkkkkkkkkoooos!! why put a vid of ya kid on you tube to be perved over, and i am not a child so dont think ur better comprende???
TABITHA18X 3 years ago
i agree with breast feeding babys but this is to the extreme and rather sick to watch , im doing baby development for part of my college course and have been shocked by some of the videos there are like this, looks wrong very very wrong the kid will grow up with so many issues, i dont get why you have posted this keep it to your self !! what is your reason certainly nothing logical about it!!
TABITHA18X 3 years ago
Would you mind telling me which "issues" will be those? And why is this video so "wrong"?
I decided to post it in YouTube due to some strong reasons (logical for me, of course).
AlexandraAntunes 3 years ago
dude y would u put that up ...so some sick guy can jerk off t u and ur baby ....u need to have ur kid taken away for putting that up
nicolegomez22 3 years ago
que bonitinho o ari, muito fofo ele beijinhos
natyfernandabrum 3 years ago
Breast feeding...a beautiful site no doubt.
My son was breast fed until he was about 9 months old. He's now 17 and finally picked it back up.
AntnyMichlHallnOats 3 years ago
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CourtneyBoulet 3 years ago
u breast feed your 17 year old son
rgomvs 3 years ago
dude, don't be such a buffoon. It means he's now got a girlfriend. Got it now?
AntnyMichlHallnOats 3 years ago
i didnt mean to leave the comment on this video
rgomvs 3 years ago
ouch doesnt that hurt ?
demongal190 3 years ago
Defendo a liberdade de escolha, uma amamentação sem pressões sobre a mãe e a idade da criança, ou o local em que é praticada. Oponho-me a que pessoas e factores externos ao par mãe-criança interfiram. Infelizmente, (ainda/já) há quem pense que amamentar é crime... e isto é muito grave.
AlexandraAntunes 3 years ago
Claro, é isso que eu penso. Até 6 meses só peito, depois pode ser substituído completamente. Eu vi uma entrevista c o Dr. Robert Rey e ele afirma q os pediatras de hj em dia estão detonando c o corpo de nós mães qdo exigem amamentar a criança mesmo gde como esta no vídeo. O peito ñ volta a ser o q era nunca +! A amamentação até este tamanho dve ser indicada nos países pobres onde ñ se tem o q comer, aí sim é a única saída! Amigas, cuidem de si tb.
alyninharj 3 years ago
Concordo: "pod