I am a bit in both camps. I had problems in the beginning with DS1 and also ongoing, intermittent nipple pain throughout. Sadly he self-weaned at 14 months but I think it was bcos I was pg and otherwise we would probably have fed for at least 2 years. With DS2 I had no problems and am still going strong at 14 months. I thought he might be starting to self-wean, but he seems to be wanting more feeds over the last couple of days, so I think we have more bfing ahead of us - hooray!