Yes | No Thank you! The right time to stop is when you and your child want to. The AAP reccomends a minimum of one year, the WHO says a minimum of 2 years. Babies need whole milk until at least the age of 2, and breastmilk is whole milk, if you are still nursing then no other milk is needed.There are many benefits to nursing to 2 years and even longer! You can google extended breastfeeding or child-led weaning and get some info.abies need whole milk until at least the age of 2, and breastmilk is whole milk, if you are still nursing then no other milk is needed. There are many benefits to nursing to 2 years and even longer!