Of course, you know that there are health benefits of breastfeeding. But did you know specifically that breastfeeding your child reduces their risks of some pretty hefty issues? The health benefits of breastfeeding continue to amaze me every time I research the topic....
The rights of breastfeeding in public stir up feelings inside people, ugly emotions. So, back in 2014, there was a story circulating about a Starbucks employee and a Breastfeeding mother. The crazy story starts with a woman of all things. A woman, enjoying a cup of...
Is exclusively pumping your thing? I do not consider myself an expert, but I do have some great resources rounded up for my friends who choose this path. Breastfeeding is best, whether you do it directly or pump! It's the milk that matters. I adored the time spent...
Early newborn feeding cues are key to successful breastfeeding. If you can master these early feeding cues in your new little one, your chances of success are so much higher. There are a few stages of early newborn feeding cues, each increasing until you may have to...
Nipple pain is a huge reason why women quit breastfeeding. What's unfortunate is the fact that the majority of you will experience it at some point in your journey. For most women, it happens during the first week of breastfeeding and ends about two weeks later. Days...
Breastfeeding myth versus truth. I am so tired of my poor patients saying crazy stuff like, “I don't have milk yet” That is crazy talk for, “I didn't study up before the baby came.” Now, don't jump away, read and let me know what you...
