Hi, Prof. Oster! Do I really need to wean my 16-month-old off her bottle? She does not suck her thumb, and we do not breastfeed. She loves a bottle before nap, bed, and if ever having a tough time. Can we stop “when she’s ready” or should we really pull the plug? —Annie There are…

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