Breastfeeding weaning can cause all sorts of emotions from sadness to a feeling of regaining some of your freedom and having your body back to yourself.  The thing to realize about weaning is that it starts when your baby begins eating solids, usually at six months of age.  Unless you have been medically advised that you have to stop breastfeeding (for example, if you’re newly pregnant and at high risk of miscarriage or you’ve started a new medication that is not safe during breastfeeding), you should always wean more gradually.  Doing so serves many purposes.  First of all, it will lessen the engorgement and the possibility of developing a mastitis (breast infection).  It will also lessen your chances for depression or sadness over ending this special relationship.  Lastly, it will be less traumatic for your child, who has come to realize that nursing not only provides nutrition, but also love and security.

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The cross-cradle position, in my opinion, is one of the best breastfeeding positions to start out with an infant in the early weeks.  This is because you can see what you’re doing, and it allows you control over what you are doing.  It is also a good position to use if you have had a cesarean section.  I highly recommend you purchase yourself a breastfeeding pillow (My Brest Friend Deluxe Pillow Light Blue) as it makes it so much easier to support the baby’s weight and properly align the baby’s body and keep the baby’s head at the level of the nipple for proper latching.  Read more »

As I  have mentioned in the previous post (Part 1), there are a number of different breastpumps on the market.  So many, in fact, that it can be very confusing.  The type of breastpump you purchase depends on a few different factors such as how often you will be using it (ex. several times/day or just occasionally), whether you want to pump one or both breasts at the same time, whether you want it to be battery-operated, plug-in or manually-operated.

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While you are nursing a baby or toddler, it is possible to become pregnant again.  So if you find yourself in this situation, you are probably wondering if it is safe to continue to breastfeed while pregnant.  In most cases, it is completely safe and fine to do!   Well-meaning family and friends are likely to provide you with their opinions, so you will want to know more on this matter.   I want this post to provide you with information that can help you in making a decision that works best for you and your children.

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In my opinion, a breastfeeding pillow is an ESSENTIAL item to getting the very best start to breastfeeding.  You may be wondering why you shouldn’t just save the money, and use pillows around your house.  That’s what I thought!  That was a big mistake I made during breastfeeding my first child, and within the first week of nursing her, I purchased one.  When I went into labor with my second child, I walked into the hospital with my breastfeeding pillow in tow.  I am going to give you some information on why you will want to get one, and why I recommend the My Brest Friend Deluxe Pillow Light Blue.

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I remember that when nursing a baby, it’s not always easy to recall which breast you last fed your baby on, or how long the baby nursed for.  You already have enough things to remember, and you’re probably somewhat sleep deprived.  That’s where a breastfeeding bracelet comes in handy.

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There are many moms who breastfeed their babies and provide their babies with a bottle regularly or from time to time.  The bottle can contain pumped breast milk or formula.  Whatever you decide to fill the bottle with, here are some tips on how to do breastfeeding & bottle feeding: Read more »

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You have come to the right place if you are having breastfeeding problems.  Every lactation consultant in town knew me when I gave birth to my children, because I experienced many different types of problems over the course of nursing my children.  Read more »

If you have not yet read Breastfeeding Engorgement – Part 1, you may want to do that first.  Last time, I gave some information on what engorgement is and gave you a few ideas on how you can deal with this uncomfortable feeling of fullness in your breasts.   Today, I want to give you a few more ideas on how you can deal with engorgement. Read more »

Extended breastfeeding beyond your child’s first year is something that you may be criticized for by family, friends, and even strangers.  However, there are a lot of benefits of nursing your child beyond the first year, and as mother to your child, follow your instincts.

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There is a book called The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding: Seventh Revised Edition (La Leche League International Book).   When I first heard of this book, I have to admit that I really didn’t understand why it was named that.  But once I started breastfeeding my babies, it all made sense.

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It is easier to learn how to position your baby correctly right from the start, as it will ensure that your baby learns how to nurse properly, and it will lessen your chances of developing sore or cracked nipples.  Before even beginning, I suggest that you purchase yourself a breastfeeding pillow.  Click here to read more on the type of breastfeeding pillow I suggest.

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Breastfeeding clothes are helpful in that there are a lot of stylish nursing clothes that allow you to be more discreet when nursing in public. This clothing also makes it easier to access your breasts without having to worry about your shirt, for example, getting in the way and interfering with your ability to see what you’re doing. This is especially important when you’re learning how to breastfeed. Eventually, you and your baby will get so good that you’ll be able to latch on your baby in the dark!

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If you are looking for a way to increase your milk supply, you have no doubt come across the term, “fenugreek breastfeeding.”  So what exactly is this?  Fenugreek is an herb that is used in maple flavorings, but it can also be used to increase milk supply.  It has been known to increase breast milk supply within about two days, and sometimes in as few as twenty-four hours!   It can be consumed in capsule form or as tea.  It is stronger and acts more quickly when used in the capsule form.  You’ll find it growing in places like France, Argentina, and the Mediterranean, to name a few.  No one knows exactly how it works, but it has a long history of aiding breastfeeding mothers who need to increase their milk supply. Because of this, it is known as a “galactogogue,” a substance that is used to increase milk supply in moms.

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One of the great things about breastfeeding videos is that you can actually view breastfeeding in action.  As well, it can be like having a lactation consultant present with you at various times of the day, even in the middle of the night when no one else is up (or at least that’s what it feels like sometimes!!). There are a number of videos out there, but I’ve narrowed it down to my top three picks.  What follows are three of my favorite breastfeeding videos: Read more »

The Cradle Hold

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In other posts, I have discussed mastitis, what it is, recognizing the signs and symptoms, and what you can do for mastitis.

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