{"id":"bb3fe0a64a42159225a76b8aa5aaa171","slug":"how-long-after-weaning-at-12-months-will-my-breasts-stop-feeling-engorged-and-lumpy","question":"How long after weaning at 12 months will my breasts stop feeling engorged and lumpy?","answer":"I don't have sources that specifically cover what happens to your breasts after weaning, so I can't give you a timeline based on research evidence. The source I have focuses on early breastfeeding, not the weaning process or recovery afterward.\n\nWhat I can tell you is that engorgement and lumpiness after weaning are real physical changes your body goes through as milk production winds down. For personalized guidance on your timeline and whether what you're experiencing is typical, your GP or a lactation consultant would be the best resource—they can assess what's happening and suggest comfort measures if you need them.","sources":"[{\"pmid\":\"guideline-db0d2ec57eb1\",\"title\":\"CPS — Breastfeeding and Skin-to-Skin Care (Part 3 of 8)\",\"journal\":\"CPS Clinical Guidelines\",\"year\":\"2023\",\"url\":\"https://caringforkids.cps.ca/handouts/pregnancy-and-babies/breastfeeding\",\"score\":0.75}]","thread_json":null,"topic":"breastfeeding","view_count":0,"created_at":"2026-08-29T08:01:19.057Z"}