When the mother makes the decision to breastfeed her newborn she is taking on a great responsibility, that will benefit both mother and baby. The effects of unrestricted breastfeeding are undeniable, in particular the fact that baby regains his or her birth weight by day 9. Unrestricted breastfeeding requires dedication, patience, and it is time consuming for the mother; it has a positive effect on continuation of breastfeeding, as a result delayed weaning. During the initial period of breastfeeding it is quintessential to give no artificial teats or pacifiers.If the plan is to breastfeed,pacifier must be avoided.The use of the pacifier can have an effect on latch on problems. Breastfeed your baby based on cues, that is when baby shows signs of hunger, do not wait until he is crying, that is a very late sign, and proceeding with feeding until baby shows signs of satiation.  As wonderful as breastfeeding is for the Dyad or mother and her baby, it comes a time to wean. The most common acceptable time to wean is about two years. Not everyone is the same, so there are individual differences in readiness for this process to take total effect. Research shows that the mother is the one that has stronger feelings against termination of breastfeeding. Three kinds of weaning are : Gradual weaning, this one takes weeks or months. Deliberate weaning, takes planning and effort , initiated by the mother. Abrupt weaning , sudden, immediate cessation of breastfeeding, done forcefully by mother on baby or on the dyad by others.

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