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By Jacque Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC The number one concern I hear from breastfeeding moms is worry over not making “enough”. Moms want what is best for their babies and are often concerned they won’t make adequate milk throughout the breastfeeding process. Couple that concern with daily social media posts about huge freezer stashes […]
By Jacque Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC As an IBCLC people are constantly asking me for insights to make breastfeeding easier. Today, I’ve got my top tips and tricks to make latching easier and more comfortable! This advice isn’t original to me, and isn’t original to any other IBCLC or breastfeeding professional. It’s been around as long as breastfeeding has, but it hasn’t been readily passed from mother to mother in […]
Summertime With Your New Baby Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC Summer is finally here! Time to hit the road, spark up the grill or hit the beach with the family for some fun in the sun. Check out our best advice on keeping baby happy and healthy while enjoying the outdoors this summer. Will I […]
By Jacque Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC Pumping can be time consuming and difficult for so many mothers. In our opinion, anything we can do to make it easier is a must! That’s where the Pitcher Method comes in. What is the Pitcher Method? The Pitcher Method is a general name given to the method of collecting […]
By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC Your body just underwent major changes and now it’s the primary food source for your baby. It’s important to give your body time to heal and recover from childbirth. For many moms weight loss while breastfeeding doesn’t come easy, leaving them anxious to try anything to get the pounds […]
By Jacque Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC We’ve all probably heard that the amount of milk we can pump isn’t necessarily an accurate indicator of the amount of milk we’re making. If your baby is efficiently and effectively nursing, it’s true that they’re probably getting more milk out than your pump is. So how can […]
Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC All babies benefit from the nutritive properties of breast milk but the benefits are even more significant for babies with special needs. For instance, premature babies or babies with congenital disorders like Down Syndrome, are at a higher risk for upper respiratory infections and health problems early in life. Many […]
By Jacque Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC One of the biggest concerns and struggles of parenting young children is SLEEP! Sleep deprived parents of newborns and infants have undoubtedly been asked, “Is she sleeping through the night yet?” Many of us have received advice from well-meaning friends and family regarding how much our babies “should” be sleeping […]
By Jacque Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC Many moms feel a bit of anxiety at the thought of breastfeeding as a first time mom. That anxiety is often amplified for moms who are expecting multiples! It’s true that breastfeeding is natural, but that doesn’t mean it’s always easy. We’ve got six tips to help you get […]
By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC Finding time for self care as a new mom can be hard enough. Throw in a global pandemic and life can get pretty intense. While the majority of the country continues to remain with stay at home orders, stress levels are at an all time high for everyone. Maybe […]
