Just after DD2 was born, DH was holding her and she was doing that thing that newborns do when they are trying to feed to him. DD1 (who was 2 and a half at the time) went over to her and said "New baby, not eat Daddy. Eat Mummy instead." DH and I laughed so hard. It amazes me what little kids can take in their stride and how much they understand so early on.

My brothers were quite mortified when DD1 walked into the loungeroom one day when they were visiting and declared 'My baby is hungry' (talking about her doll), lifted up her shirt and 'fed' her baby. She fed her dolly from her belly button but I thought it was gorgeous. I was so proud of her ... I don't think there is anything wrong or inappropriate with toddlers knowing all about breastfeeding. I think it's great!