Will I produce enough breastmilk for my baby?
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…
How to Fix a Shallow Latch & Get Baby to Latch Deeper
A shallow latch is a common but oh-so-painful issue when breastfeeding. If your baby has a shallow latch, it can cause nipple pain and cause your baby not to get…
Breastfeeding Twins: Anna’s Experience
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…
The Golden Hour After Birth: What is it and why is it so important?
What is the Golden Hour After Birth? The Golden Hour is the time right after delivery where mom and baby have uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact for at least the first one…
The Importance of Skin-to-Skin Contact with your Newborn: Benefits, Breastfeeding, and Beyond
We’ll get right to the point – Skin-to-skin contact with your newborn should be a non-negotiable part of your birth plan. It has so many benefits, especially for breastfeeding and building…
Skin-to-Skin Contact with your Baby – The Who, What, Where, When, How, and Why
Have you ever wondered what skin-to-skin contact is or why healthcare workers talk about it and say that it is important? Have you ever wondered what you are really supposed…