Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough hormones. It can significantly impact your health, including your ability to produce milk. If you’re struggling with milk supply…
12 steps to successful breastfeeding learned from years of IBCLC work Can you guess what the most common question or concern is for new and expecting mamas? Yes, the title…
For new mamas, breastfeeding can be a daunting experience. To help, it’s important to understand the basics of a good latch. Signs of a good latch include your baby’s mouth open wide, lips flared out, chin touching breast, and a line from their ear, shoulder, and hip.
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…
You’re all in: you’ve committed to relactating—but how? This post will walk you through how to relactate. If you want to learn more about relactation, read this post on Relactation….
If you have ever wondered, “Can I breastfeed after I’ve already stopped?” The answer is a very big “YES!” Relactation might be overwhelming. We are here to help guide you…
It’s important to express yourself, and I’m not talking about expressing emotions right now. 😉 Hand expressing breastmilk is a vital breastfeeding skill for breastfeeding health and success. This post…
One of the most nerve-wracking things about breastfeeding is the concern about baby getting enough milk. If you’re pumping for baby and worrying about milk consumption, the question stands: how…
Experiencing a “let-down” takes on a whole new meaning when you enter parenthood. The reality is that “let-down” when it comes to breastfeeding is a hugely crucial biological function. This…
It is difficult to know if baby is getting enough breastmilk when you are exclusively breastfeeding. The average home doesn’t have a way to measure. We know it is really…
