We must Enjoy the precious closeness of breastfeeding our babies while we can. One day they shall wean and all we will have are the memories. Breastfeeding creates a beautiful bond between mother and child. I myself know the difference from experience because my first baby was given formula in the hospital π₯ and she only nursed for 3 months. This contributed to me having some hard to deal with postpartum depression for which I had to take meds for 6 months after she weaned to stabilize my hormone imbalance and mood swings. Breastfeeding my second for so long has helped me tremendously. I experienced much less postpartum complications and have a wonderful connection with my baby. It even brought my first back to the breast so now theyβre both reaping the benefits of nutrition and nurture from mommy as nature intended. π₯°