[Aggie Mama]

That's an old (1997) recommendation that came out after my son was born. They've changed it twice since then, first to 1 yr, then to self-weaning. Unfortunately, I have to leave for the morning, but when I get back, I'll try and find the info for you.

[CholeraJoe]

It's the one on their website labeled "Current through June 2002." Have they changed it in the last 10 days?

[Dixie Mom]

That's an old (1997) recommendation that came out after my son was born. They've changed it twice since then, first to 1 yr, then to self-weaning. Unfortunately, I have to leave for the morning, but when I get back, I'll try and find the info for you.

No, that's the current recommendation. He just didn't bother to read beyond the sentance that supported his statement. The AAP recommendation goes on to say, "It is recommended that breastfeeding continue for at least 12 months, and thereafter for as long as mutually desired.^{104 "}