BREASTFEEDING 101 EXPERT

Annie Rueb

RNC, IBCLC Lactation Consultant

http://www.azbreastfedbabies.com

Annie Rueb, RNC, IBCLC has been a nurse for over 10 years. She has a B.S. in Nursing and Biology. Annie has spent most of her career working in the birth community where she finds a passion in pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding. She was a birth assistant and educator at a birthing center, an inpatient OB nurse, and now an IBCLC. Follow her on Instagram or DM her @az.breastfedbabies

Pros and cons of Cow’s milk and Vegan milk for my baby

Reading Time: 4 minutes Nowadays there are many options and products that promise to bring the best nutrition for your family, which can make it confusing to know what to choose. In this article, we will tell you about the impact that consuming cow’s milk and/or vegan milk can have on your baby; as well as when to introduce them, so you can make…

Babies Diet: what to Include and what to avoid

Reading Time: 4 minutes Daily routine as well as keeping up with social life can get in the way of maintaining a healthy diet, but knowing what a healthy diet is and what isn´t may be of help to make the choices you need in order to maintain your family’s diet as healthy as possible. Keep in mind that your child is always watching…

What you need to know about your Baby’s Hydration

Reading Time: 4 minutes We often hear the wonders that drinking water has to us, and even the repercussions that not doing so has. But this doesn’t work the same way with your baby as it does with you. In this article we will tell you about your baby’s hydration, how it works, and when it’s the right time to start introducing water to…

Is it safe to use Marijuana while Breastfeeding?

Reading Time: 4 minutes Some products containing CBD have been promising to be wonderful to treat different issues and with no negative effects; so you may feel that it is ok to consume them even if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. In this article we will tell you what scientific research has said about it so you can be well informed on what you…

Taking birth control while Breastfeeding

Reading Time: 5 minutes Having a baby is a beautiful but challenging adventure that takes a lot of energy and time off your schedule, so getting pregnant right away may not be in your plan list  In this article, we will tell you about ways that you can avoid getting pregnant right away without interfering with the process of breastfeeding; and if you are…

Body modifications and Breastfeeding

Reading Time: 4 minutes There are many assumptions regarding body modifications and their impact on breastfeeding. In this article we will give you the facts about body modifications such as piercings, tattoos and breast surgeries, and their impact on breastfeeding, so you can have the information you need to make decisions regarding your case.  Keep in mind that your healthcare provider will always be…

Foods that you may want to avoid while Breastfeeding

Reading Time: 5 minutes Pregnancy and breastfeeding are two wonderful things that your body is able to accomplish and for that it needs your help, eating healthy and maintaining your body with the nutrients it needs will be a great help for these processes to do what they need to in a healthy and strong way. In this article we will tell you about…

Can I drink while Breastfeeding?

Reading Time: 4 minutes As though breastfeeding is a wonderful thing, it can get in the way of enjoying a drink in a social gathering or with your favorite dinner. In this article we will tell you about the impact of alcohol in breastfeeding and some options that you may have if you decide to have a drink. Impact of alcohol in breastmilk If…

When will my baby sleep through the night?

Reading Time: 5 minutes When your baby is born, your life will have a lot of new things happening pretty much at the same time. There are many great things that you will experience, and you will have some challenges; the change of your sleeping patterns is one of them. In this article we want to tell you all about your baby’s sleeping patterns…

How to break breastfeeding-sleep association?

Reading Time: 5 minutes When it comes to helping your baby to sleep, breastfeeding has been found to be a great option to make this happen, but there is a common doubt as to whether this is a healthy habit or a good choice for babies. In this article we will tell you what has been found regarding this habit so you can make…

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