Posts Tagged ‘breastfeeding’
Is That a Football or a Baby? Common Breastfeeding Holds
You have just had your beautiful baby and have chosen to feed them your specially designed “liquid gold” breastmilk. This amazing substance has been tailored to all your new baby’s needs. There are several ways to hold your baby to help them adequately feed. Here are just a few. Laid Back or Biological Hold Laid…
Read MoreHow to Not Feel So Tired All the Time During a Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a period filled with immense changes, both physical and emotional, and fatigue is one of the most common experiences for expectant mothers. This persistent tiredness can affect daily activities and overall well-being. For new and expectant parents, especially those dealing with infant feeding and parenting concerns, managing this fatigue effectively is crucial. Here…
Read MoreA Lactation Visit: More Than Just Latching
Embark on an extraordinary journey with us into the world of lactation consulting, where the art of latching is just the start. In our realm, each session unfolds like a grand adventure in infant feeding. Imagine a world filled with the delicate dance of bottle feeding, the finesse of pumping, and the insightful detective work…
Read MoreBoobs, Burps, Baby Bliss: Your First Week of Breastfeeding Demystified
Welcome to the world of breastfeeding, where every day brings new joys, challenges, and a few surprises! Let’s embark on this journey with a smile and plenty of practical advice to guide you through the first week.
Read MoreTips for Partners to Support Breastfeeding
Sometimes partners may feel that they are not important to the breastfeeding relationship, but that is NOT TRUE! Partners have a huge impact on the success of breastfeeding and there are lots of things they can do to support the breastfeeding parent.
Read MoreIs Tongue Tie Just an Internet Fad?
ongue and Lip Tiemay seem to be the new “hot” diagnosis du-jour online, and some pediatricians and other medical professionals are expressing concern that it is being over-diagnosed, causing babies and children to undergo unnecessary surgical procedures.
Read MoreThe Case for and Against Nipple Shields
A nipple shield is usually a thin, flexible silicone cover that is worn over the parent’s nipple. This tool can be helpful or detrimental to breastfeeding, depending on how, why and when is being used.
Read MoreTop 12 Tips for Increasing Milk Supply
Read our top 12 tips for increasing your milk supply
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