Have you been cooped up inside, soaking up all those yummy newborn snuggles but ready to bust out of the house finally? Going out sounds nice, but you might be thinking about how you will manage it...
Though it’s totally fine to indulge every once in a while, maintaining a balanced diet will give you energy, keep you satisfied longer, and can help your breast milk flow easier. Breastfeeding burn...
Congrats! You and your partner just welcomed a new bundle of joy earthside! But between mommy recovering and spending most of her time getting the hang of breastfeeding, where does that leave you? ...
By: Rue Khosa, MSN, FNP-BC, IBCLC We recently had a chance to chat with Rue Khosa, a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, Lactation Consultant, and new momma of baby #3. She shares her expert...
After giving birth, I’m sure you are soaking in every minute with your beautiful new baby. But it is normal to have questions about what comes next especially when it comes to feeding your baby. Br...
Mothers and babies learn to breastfeed by breastfeeding. Exploring different nursing positions can help lessen nipple pain, improve milk transfer and allow you to get more rest. Read on to discover...
With so many breast pump options, it can be overwhelming to make a final choice to meet your specific breastfeeding needs. Before you decide on the perfect breast pump for you and your baby, you’ll...
By Jacque Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC 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 da...
The first few weeks after your baby finally arrives is the time to soak in those yummy newborn snuggles. You shouldn’t have to worry about pumping just yet. But when you are ready, you might pump f...
Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC “Hands on Pumping” is a technique that uses breast massage to drain the breast better and stimulate healthy milk production. Studies tell us combining hand express...
Power pumping is a strategy used to increase milk supply by mimicking a baby cluster feeding at the breast. Cluster feeding is normal newborn behavior associated with short, frequent feeding patter...
You had envisioned yourself latching your beautiful new baby to your breast, and it would instantly be magical. Pure bliss! But breastfeeding didn’t come as easy as you thought it would, and it fee...
Pumping should never hurt. Whether a mom is exclusively breast pumping or will be away from her baby for any reason, it will be significantly more efficient when the pump is set up correctly. This ...