Proud mothers who breastfeed children as old as FIVE pose in striking picture series as they defend their decision not to wean their kids

Mothers who breastfeed their children for longer than a year want others to know that they're not doing it just to make a point - they're doing it to connect with their children.

Photographer Natalie McCain from Rockledge, Florida, set out to spotlight these moms with her new black-and-white series, which depicts her subjects breastfeeding their toddlers and even elementary school-aged children.

Titled 'We are not “still” nursing, we are just nursing', the series also includes stories and anecdotes from the proud parents, who discuss the backlash they've faced as well as the incredible bonding they experience while breastfeeding until their kids are aged two, three, and even five.

 

 

In it for the long haul: In a series called 'We are not “still” nursing, we are just nursing', photographer Natalie McCain spotlights mothers who continue to breastfeed after their child is a year old.

 

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Boy, 2, born with THREE penises due to incredibly rare condition has surgery to remove the extra appendages

An Indian boy born with three penises has undergone pioneering surgery to correct the incredibly rare abnormality.

The two-year-old suffers from diphallia, a condition where a man is born with two penises, doctors claim.

The boy, who remains unidentified also had another undeveloped penis, described as a 'soft, bony mass',

He was only able to pass urine through one of them.

In addition, after he was born doctors discovered he had no anus.

At the time, doctors in his home state performed a procedure known as a colostomy, in which they made an incision in his stomach to let his excrement pass out through a

Meet Harry, the little boy who's allergic to WATER

For most children, bath time is fun. But four-year-old Harry Floyd used to have a very different experience; soon after climbing into the water he became covered in an angry, itchy rash across his body.

He suffers from physical urticaria, essentially a skin allergy to a host of seemingly benign triggers including water and hot or cold weather.

Recent research, published in the Expert Review of Clinical Immunology, suggests around 100,000 Britons suffer from the condition, although experts say this may be an underestimate, with many more going undiagnosed.

The condition means patients develop a rash of small, incredibly itchy bumps (urticaria means hives) in response to a range of unusual and diverse triggers.

Many are allergic to weather, and develop hives in hot and cold temperatures, while others break out in response to exercise, or even pressure on their skin such as a bag

The Warwick Rowers pose naked for ANOTHER cheeky charity calendar (and it's their raunchiest yet)

The Warwick University Rowing Club has released its 2016 charity calendar - and it could be the raunchiest one yet.

Male students have posed nude - proudly flaunting their pert bottoms, ripped six-packs and toned thighs - in a bid to raise funds for Sport Allies, which works to combat homophobia in sport. 

The cheeky calendar has gained a strong celebrity following since its inception in 2009 and is loved by famous faces including Sir Ian McKellen, Kris Jenner, Stephen Fry and Kylie Minogue.

Six years ago, the rowers at Warwick University were just a middle-ranking sports club

The new visit/sex law...

 

tA friend of mine was constantly nagging me to visit, and anyone who lives in Lagos knows that paying anyone a visit requires a lot of serious planning, what with the ridiculous fares and unending traffic.

Bearing all this in mind, I finally agreed to go see Iyke.  I had known Iyke for some time now; we took a course in NISP together a couple of years ago, and have remained good friends till now.  I finally agreed to

No time! Bride appears for NYSC head count in wedding gown (PHOTOS)

NYSC headcount for all Corpers in Nigeria was held yesterday and being that Saturdays are synonymous with weddings, it wasn’t a surprise that a bride showed up for her head to be counted.

The best part, people weren’t all that surprised.

you go fear na!

 

Fulfilling your Partner"s Fantasy

I attended a marriage seminar recently, and a woman asked a question; she said her husband loved sex in the doggy style, even though she wasn’t comfortable with it because she felt it was sinful. Her question was this; was it wrong of her to keep saying no to her husband? Should she give in to his needs or stick her foot on the ground and keep saying no? It caused quite a stir I tell

“You can walk around the streets naked, provided your face is covered” – Muslim cleric

An Australian Muslim cleric, Sheikh Taj Din al-Hilali, who is Australia’s most senior Muslim cleric, had stated that Muslim women are allowed to go nude, wear bikinis and mini-skirts as long as they cover their faces.

On Newsbreak report, Sheikh al-Hilali said Islam should not be out of touch with the modern day trend.

Sex in Marriage...

One of the most important aspects of any relationship, and one a lot of people shy away from discussing is sex, and sexual compatibility.

A lot of religions believe in waiting for marriage before having sex, which isn’t a problem. The problem is forgetting to tell them to discus it extensively before marriage.

I was listening to a radio show a couple of days ago, and the topic was “sex in marriage”.  A lot of women

Striking Photos Of Newborn Lying Next To Mother's Caesarean Wound Gets 11.5m Views &200k Likes

This striking photograph of a mother and baby taken just three days after being born by caesarean section has taken social media by storm. Helen Aller, 29, took the black and white image of the woman and her newborn lying next to her wound.

The new mother, who does not wish to be identified, was terrified of having a C-section but wanted the

Why this 35-year-old man secretly married a 6-year-old girl

The groom, Ratan Lal Jat has since been arrested along with his accomplice, Jamuni Bai, for arranging child marriage between the 35-year-old man and a six-year-old.

The 51-year-old marriage broker is known for arranging marriages with child brides for a fee of

This Mayor married an alligator that he believed was a princess

Mayor of San Pedro Huamelula, a city in Mexico, Joel Vazquez Rojas, on Tuesday tied the knot with an alligator princess named María Isabel in a traditional ceremony that attracted hundreds of guests who watched and cheered in excitement.

The annual ceremony is meant to bring plenty of fish, shrimp and seafood to the fishermen who live

Blame it on The Black Kid...

In the scene of any crime in America, the police look out for any sweat-wearing-pant-sagging-hooded-suspicious-looking black teenager, and then blame them first; at least that’s what most Hollywood movies depict.  Unfair as this may seem, it has become the norm.

A couple of days ago, I attended a party with my friend Jane and her kids.  She called me earlier

My"'One Chance" Experience...

Plenty of years ago, I watched a movie titled Lagos Nah Wah, where a man who had just come into Lagos from the Eastern part of the country ‘experienced’ Lagos for the first time, the good, bad, along with the ugly.  That was my first glimpse of Lagos.  Having lived in Jos my whole life, and reading about Lagos and its beaches in novels, I always thought Lagos was a fulfillment of Heaven on earth, I imagined the beautiful and calm life I would live in this palm filled city when I grew up.

my image of Lagos.

Fast forward to about 20 years later, I entered a night bus heading to Lagos for the first time.  Oh the

Robbing Peter to pay Paul...

 

Sometime last year, I went to see my friend Joy, she was wearing low cut.  During our school days, she was one of those girls who wore their hair like a badge of honour, she had one of the longest and fullest hair ever! When I

Community Where Nine Out Of Every 10 Villagers Have Appendicitis (Photos)

Appendectomy (operation to remove a person’s appendix) may not be seen as one of the deadliest surgeries but then, so many people still cringe and even exercise some kind of fears if they are told the operation would be carried out on them.

By the way, Appendicitis is not even a contagious disease, so what could be the reason for a situation

I Paid N60,000 To Escape From Police Cell — Serial Robbery Suspect

His arrest, escape from police cell and re-arrest is generating controversy. Wasiu Saka, 30, was a notorious car robber in Ondo State and his mode of operation was to apply as a driver to un-suspecting employers and, after securing employment, abscond with their cars.

After stealing cars from his employers in Lagos State, Saka will drive to Akungba-Akoko, his home town in Ondo State, to show off that he had ‘arrived’ and live big after which he would sell the car at a ridiculous price and return to Lagos for another car theft operation.
He was arrested by detectives from the Ondo State Police Command last month with a Toyota Hiace

Popular Nigerian Comedian, Akpororo recently proposed to his woman during a church service.

He popped the question during the first Sunday of the month (August) service, at the Ultimate Power Ministry.
An eyewitness narrated the incident thus
“The life changing anointing service did not come to an end without entertainment infused in

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Wow! Check Out The 7 most colorful Places in the World [PHOTOS]

We bring here, the 7 most astonishing brilliant spots of nature, we give a tad bit of this magnificent blessing that presents to us our delightful planet.
We found all through our planet earth, innumerable remarkable spots, lofty objectives and one of a kind scenes. We are certain that in your nation, surprising spots will be found to present that will

Couple pose in coffin for romantic engagement photos! Na wah o.

Wetin person no go see for this world!

A Chinese couple, Jenny Tay and Darren Cheng have adopted an extreme measure for their

Majek Fashek escaped from rehab because their medicines ‘weakened his manhood’

The other day, Majek Fashek claimed he couldn’t go to rehab because it scares and depresses him. This week he’s saying rehab affected his “manhood”.
See excerpts from his Encomium interview:
Is there any hope of you and your wife getting back together?

At 74, Victor Uwaifo says he has never fallen ill in his life

Veteran musician, Sir Victor Uwaifo, has revealed what keeps him going at 74.
Fondly known as the guitar boy, the legendary musician has said he has never fallen ill in his life.

For Lovers of Harry Potter: Nigerians At Hogwart... lol

 Nigerian in Hogwarts is currently trending on twitter, and i found so many hilarious memes. decided to share some. enjoy!

Some Interesting Things You Don't Know Your Smartphone Can Do

You’ve had your smartphone for a while, but let’s face it: You’ve never read the manual. You take great pride that you know how to use it, and then it happens: You see

MFM Gives N91m To Members With First-Class

The Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries on Saturday gave out financial rewards of N91m to its members who graduated in First Class from different universities across the country.

The General Overseer of MFM, Dr Daniel Olukoya, made the announcement in Lagos at the monthly

Have You Ever Seen a Blue Eyed Black Kid?

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Have you ever seen a blue eyed black kid?

 I had just come downstairs from my sister’s apartment in Enugu where I went to prepare for my