As breastfeeding awareness continues to increase, I wonder how we can assist and educate mums about the practical aspects of breastfeeding – from the infants point of view. I do smile when I chat to prospective parents, who are often … Continue reading
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We have all spoken to mums who sadly found that their milk supply suddenly seemed to dry up with no real explanation. So why does this happen and what can you do to protect your milk supply long term? Continue reading
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I know for a fact that many breastfeeding mums in the UK will feel their blood levels rise this morning as they read the latest breastfeeding article. We seem to live in a culture where there is a great deal … Continue reading
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As the days grow dark and cold, the temptation to turn on the kettle have a have a nice hot drink becomes almost irresistible, especially when baby seemed to be up every hour during the night. Continue reading
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If you have been waking your baby to feed for the last three days, you should hopefully see that he or she has not lost too much birth weight. Your baby should be getting rid of a lot of the meconium and should have moved onto producing spinach green poos. If your baby is 3 days old and this is not the case – you need to feed more frequently. Continue reading
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Yes, it does feel mean and harsh to wake a little baby who looks so super peaceful, but there are good reasons why one should wake a baby to feed….and when you realize what they are, all that guilt will instantly melt away. So here are some of the reasons you should wake your little one. Continue reading
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I do cringe a little as I write this post, but having learnt something that will shed light on many mums breastfeeding problems, I feel it needs to be flung into the public domain. The question is, has anyone told … Continue reading
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Exercise is a great form of relaxation but knowing when to fit it in and how hard to push yourself when breastfeeding can be a little tricky to establish. So whether you simply want to burn off a little steam … Continue reading
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At lunch a week or so ago, a friend asked me to sell him the idea of breastfeeding. Sell him the idea of breastfeeding? Has he not been around for the last 5 years, where the benefits of breastfeeding have been plastered all over newspapers, TV, Magazines, bill boards? Seriously?!? Continue reading
2 CommentsWhen I am able teach a dad how his baby needs to be positioned, latched and encouraged to stay focused during the feed, the success rate is incredibly high! Why? Because dad is taking control and is gently guiding his wife through the practicalities of nursing their baby. Continue reading
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