First Week
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 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 Congratulations on your sweet baby! Although a stay in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Observation Nursery may not have been in your plans, there are still many things you can do to provide breast milk for your baby during your hospital stay. Many premature babies and other babies admitted to the NICU end up being successful breast feeders,…
