Breastfeed Confidently
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…
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…
Reading Time: 3 minutes Congratulations! Amazing work! So proud of all that you have endured during your breastfeeding journey. Now, you are ready to begin a new chapter in you and your baby’s life. Whether you breastfed for 1 month or 1 year (or more!) there is a process for weaning your baby from breastfeeding or from the breast pump. While discussing the different…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Reading Time: 4 minutes Having a baby is not exactly an easy task, and dietary decisions are not excluded from this. Deciding if you should mix breastfeeding and formula can put some pressure on you, no matter if the reason behind this choice you are making is due to your own milk supply, medical indications, or a personal preference based on your lifestyle. We…
Reading Time: 3 minutes The amount of online information about COVID-19 can feel overwhelming as we try to keep up-to-date with good and reliable information. It can be a frustrating and confusing experience since advice may vary from source to source, and we are still discovering new information about how this disease evolves and affects newborns and breastfeeding women. If I have SARS-CoV-2, is…
Reading Time: 3 minutes While curiosity is one of the cutest characteristics of a baby, they are known to always be putting things into their mouth, exposing them to different kinds of germs and bacteria that could lead to them feeling unwell. Let’s be honest, the first time when your baby catches a cold or you notice changes in their health it can be…
