Growth Charts and a Breastfed Baby
One of the first things we do right after our baby is born is baby’s measurements: height, weight, head, and percentile. As parents, we want our kids to be healthy,…
Focuses on early breastfeeding challenges, recovery from birth, and adapting to newborn care.
One of the first things we do right after our baby is born is baby’s measurements: height, weight, head, and percentile. As parents, we want our kids to be healthy,…
What is PPD? Postpartum Depression (PPD) is one of several Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders that commonly impact mothers (and some fathers) worldwide. Postpartum (also known as Peripartum) Depression is…
As a mom of twins, I have firsthand experience with breastfeeding them. I breastfed A and G until they were 15 months old. At that point, I was mentally and…
If you mention nipple pain at all in the hospital, you’re more likely to get handed a nipple shield with potentially no instruction. Here’s the reality, nipple shields are meant…
You had your baby, you started your breastfeeding journey, and then suddenly, your supply dips or your baby wants more. What gives?! Well, I’m here to tell you supply dips…
If you’re reading this, you already know that pumping is a fantastic asset to a breastfeeding journey. Most people don’t know that you need to be replacing your pump parts…
There are so many baby bottles on the market. Each person you ask will have their own, likely different, opinion about which bottle is best. No one can make up…
When you first enter parenthood, you may feel overwhelmed. A common concern is “how much should my baby eat?” An easy answer might be to watch for signs of fullness:…
When facing a C-Section, you may be wondering, “What can I do to help myself?” As a mama who asked herself the same question when preparing to have my twins,…
Breastfeeding is not always all snuggles and full bellies – sometimes, there are difficulties and complications. Mastitis is one of the possible complications of breastfeeding. Mastitis occurs in about 2-10%…