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By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC You’ve likely heard all the amazing benefits of breastfeeding for your baby and how it can give them the very best start at life. Less risk of allergies, asthma, ear infections, obesity, a strengthened immune system, and so much more. But did you know that the benefits of breastfeeding […]
By Jacque Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC It’s no secret that having a baby is expensive! With all the buzz around certain products, we thought it would be helpful to break down what is a must-have and what might not be necessary (at least at first). Must Haves: A good quality, hospital strength, double electric breast pump- It’s […]
By Jacque Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC Reverse cycling is the term used when baby is nursing more at night and less during the day. You may have heard someone refer to this as baby having their “days and nights mixed up”. While many moms do their best to avoid Reverse Cycling, others choose to […]
By Jacque Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC It’s relatively easy to find information on increasing milk supply and maximizing pumping, but what happens when it’s time to pack the pump away? Weaning from the pump can be confusing and scary for some moms. With our step by step method, you can make a plan to wean […]
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 […]
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