The Story of Jessie's Milkies: A Weaning Book for Breastfeeding Toddlers and Older Children - Paperback

by Emma Pickett (Author), Jojo Ford (Illustrator)

Breastfeeding ends differently for every family. The Story of Jessie's Milkies is an engaging and empowering book that explores possible endings to nursing, to help you and your child navigate the end of your breastfeeding relationship.

In Jessie's story, we explore three weaning journeys: parent-led weaning, self-weaning and a tandem feeding story. This book is a support for mothers and parents who are looking to stop breastfeeding or put in boundaries. It helps families to make changes in emotionally supportive and authentic ways.

Jessie is a three year old who is an enthusiastic nurser and loves breastfeeding. We explore how breastfeeding can end in different scenarios. In one story ending, Jessie's mum is pregnant and Jessie will share his milk with the new baby. In another, Jessie's mama is getting tired, and it's time to say goodbye to milkies. In the last, we show a self-weaning journey, as Jessie's attachment to breastfeeding gradually fades. Throughout, emotions are discussed honestly and compassionately. A joyful and loving picture book to support you on your weaning from breastfeeding journey.