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Breastfeeding in the 4th trimester

The 4th trimester is the 3 months following birth where baby is securest in an environment the mimics the womb.

The most common concern parents have is if their baby is getting enough milk. We’re discussing things you can watch for to know for sure.

Certain hospital procedures have an impact on how you get started with breastfeeding, but you can work through it to successfully breastfeed.

Your milk supply is strong and doesn’t disappear overnight, but there are few things that can hurt it and we are sharing those today!

The amount of misinformation that circulates about breastfeeding is mind blowing and should have us questioning our professionals.

As new parents we hear that we need to do better “self care” if we are feeling overwhelmed. This often has us feeling even more inadequate.

We are usually so concerned that our baby isn’t getting enough milk that we don’t realize that babies can actually be overfed.

Few topics bring up as many emotions as breastfeeding and alcohol, but few topics have as much science backing them up.

You were likely never taught how to use your breast pump so we are sharing the best hacks to make your job easier.

Triple feeding is when you are breastfeeding, supplementing and pumping. This is extremely difficult and should not be your long term plan.