Breast pumps are confusing and we are rarely taught how to properly use them. We are going over the basics today!
Logistics of extended breastfeeding
Extended breastfeeding is so different from nursing a newborn and we see it even less and have even less information about it.
Setting boundaries for yourself
We talk a lot about breastfeeding boundaries, but do you set other boundaries for yourself? Emotional? Intellectual? Sexual?
Crushing breastfeeding myths in 2023!
There’s no shortage of breastfeeding myths and, once again, just when we thought we had heard it all we gathered some more gems for you!
Low milk supply from birth
Factors such as birthing interventions and early breastfeeding experiences can lead to low supply right from the start.
Nipple Shields
Nipples shields can be useful when there is an issue with latch and while you are working with an IBCLC to resolve that issue.
Antenatal hand expression of colostrum
Expressing colostrum in the final weeks of pregnancy is beneficial in the case that your newborn needs supplementation.
Breastfeeding, Bedsharing & SIDS
Bedsharing and SIDS are topics that have some of the most misinformation surrounding them, but some of the strongest science!
Dealing with family during the holidays (listener stories!)
It’s the holiday season again and we are likely to run into pushy and opinionated family members who don’t take a hint.
“Not Recommended While Breastfeeding”
It seems just about everything is “not recommended while breastfeeding, but what is truly not safe to do while nursing?