Katherine D.,

Yes, mothers who are nursing children beyond toddlerhood are afraid to speak
out.  I was one of them.  My children were closet nursers and were well
aware that they mustn't mention the "nursey" word around other people.  My
youngest turned 16 today, and has been weaned about 11 1/2 years.  :)  He
never had a crib or room of his own until he was about 10.  Same with my
daughter, now 19.  They are both fine examples of teenagers who have never
given one minute's problem to parents, teachers or anyone else.  Both are
straight A students. They have no "hangups" (that I know of.)  We credit
attachment parenting for the successes in my home. And I preach it whenever
I can......

Pam Wiggins, IBCLC, Franklin Va.

My new website:  http://www.bookzone.com/breastfeeding