• During the first week: breastfeed early morning, mid-morning and at bedtime. Give a cup or bottle after lunch.
• The second week: breastfeed early in the morning and at bedtime. Give a cup or bottle at mid-morning and after lunch.
• The third week: only breastfeed early in the morning.
• The fourth week: don’t breastfeed.

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In the beginning it will be easier if you ask someone else to give the cup or bottle because your baby will still associate you with breastfeeding.

'Weaning' yourself
You shouldn’t experience discomfort if you follow the steps above. Your breasts will gradually produce less milk.

If you have to stop suddenly it may take a while for your breasts to stop producing milk. Reduce discomfort by wearing a firm bra. Express just enough milk to relieve the tension but be careful not to express too much. This will only stimulate further milk production.

If you have extreme engorgement accompanied by fever and flu-like symptoms, see your doctor as you may suffer from inflammation.

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