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

Galactagogues & Milk Supply Increase

Reading Time: 4 minutes A concern that most new moms will feel before starting their breastfeeding journey or through the first stages of it will be whether their baby is getting enough milk, so if you have asked yourself “Is my baby receiving the nutrition they need from breastfeeding?”, you’re not the only one, and it is easy to find relevant information on the…

Breast Milk Oversupply: Myth or Fact?

Reading Time: 3 minutes Breastfeeding comes with a variety of questions for new moms, and maybe you have wondered at some point if there is such thing as too much breast milk. Although your milk supply naturally adjusts to your baby’s needs normally, breast milk oversupply is a problem that many moms face at some point, especially during the first weeks when their body…

5 Habits That Might Trigger Low Milk Supply

Reading Time: 4 minutes Every day all around the world, many moms are challenged during their breastfeeding journey, dealing with feeding sessions that are not as plentiful as they used to be, so know that you are not alone in this, and going through ups and downs is part of the process, and with the help of your family doctor or lactation consultant, you…

Pumping to Increase Milk Supply: Will It Work?

Reading Time: 4 minutes Sometimes new mommies cannot help but wonder if they are making enough milk to feed their baby, especially during the first weeks after delivery; low milk supply is not as common as it is perceived, but it can still become an issue during your lactation journey that can easily be avoided if you are frequently breastfeeding and pumping to increase…

All about Breastmilk Storage

Reading Time: 4 minutes Following recommended storage and preparation techniques can maintain the safety and quality of expressed breast milk for the baby’s health. When preparing to pump and store milk it is always recommended to wash your hands first with soap and water or hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol if soap and water is not available. Proper Storage and Preparation Prepare…

What Makes a Good Latch

Reading Time: 2 minutes Successful attachment to the breast is very important. A deep latch is achieved when the baby has latched to the breast, and not the nipple. Breast tissue is in the baby’s mouth and they are able to press their chin against the breast and use their tongue to properly transfer milk from the breast and into their mouth. Tips to…

Supplementation: Choosing the Best Formula For a Baby

Reading Time: 4 minutes A quick walk through the baby aisle in the supermarket or a scrolling session to compare baby formulas on Amazon can leave you confused pretty fast, leaving you to ask yourself how are you going to pick the best formula for a baby; while having plenty of options to choose from can be a good thing for parents who are…

How to Start Introducing Solids to a Baby

Reading Time: 4 minutes You should know that introducing solids to a baby has to be one of the cutest moments an expecting or a new mom will get to experience with their loved one and we expect this to be a fun process for both you and your baby.  Like most things a child learns, introducing solids to a baby is going to…

Supplementation: Introducing Formula to a Breastfed Baby

Reading Time: 4 minutes Whether you are returning to work, are trying to get your partner or any other family members to participate in the feeding process of your kid, or are looking forward to a more flexible feeding schedule… there are plenty of reasons that can lead you to choose introducing formula to a breastfed baby. All arguments behind this decision are totally…

Breast Milk vs Formula: Pros & Cons

Reading Time: 4 minutes As a new mommy you will find yourself facing different choices regarding your wellbeing and your baby’s, and one of the biggest decisions is to choose between breastfeeding and formula feeding. No matter the side you pick on the breast milk vs formula debate, always  remember it does not have to be one or the other, neither all breastmilk or…

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