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!
When it comes to the use of prescription and non-prescription medications, you will find that there are not always clear answers on whether breastfeeding & medications are compatible. Read more »
In an earlier post, I discussed tips for weaning that apply to children of all ages. However, if you have been doing extended breastfeeding, you may still be nursing a toddler or preschooler. In this case, you may be comfortable with child-led weaning. However, if you want some ideas on breastfeeding weaning an older child, here are some ideas: Read more »
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.
In Part 1 of breastfeeding & bottle feeding, I discussed how many moms will breastfeed and provide their babies with bottles of pumped breast milk or formula regularly or from time to time. There can be varying reasons for this, from providing the father the opportunity to be involved in feeding the baby, or allowing the mom to get some extra shut-eye at night, or because mom needs to be away for a few hours to all day because of returning to work. In any case, there are ways to make breastfeeding and bottle feeding compatible, and I’ll give you some more ideas today. If you have not read Part 1, you may want to read that post first as it has some good ideas and recommendations there, and then you can return here. 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.
November 26, 2011 | By Kim In Breastfeeding | Comments Off
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 »
November 17, 2011 | By Kim In Breastfeeding | Comments Off
Breastfeeding in public is not illegal, but it is not necessarily always accepted well by everyone in society. Breasts in our society have become known as sexual objects, and not for the purpose that God created them for. But when you really think about it, you see much more breast tissue during a day at the beach than you do of most nursing mothers.
November 14, 2011 | By Kim In Breastfeeding | Comments Off
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.
November 8, 2011 | By Kim In Breastfeeding | Comments Off
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.
November 2, 2011 | By Kim In Breastfeeding | Comments Off
It’s interesting how we will hear that breastfeeding exclusively is recommended for the first six months of your baby’s life. But what happens after this? Or what about after your baby turns one, and is walking and running all over the place? Is breastfeeding toddlers accepted in society? Well, it depends where you live. In some countries, it is normal to nurse children until they are four years of age or so. However, some people don’t believe that children who can walk and speak are appropriate to be breastfed. However, this post attempts to make you think about a few things that may make you realize that breastfeeding toddlers may be the best decision you make for your child and your situation.
October 21, 2011 | By Kim In Breastfeeding | Comments Off
For nine months, your body has been growing a baby. Lactation is like the next step in the continuation of your pregnancy. Even before you give birth, your body has been getting ready to produce the colostrum that your baby will need in the first hours and days after birth. You may have even noticed the colostrum that you could express from your breasts prior to birth. Very simply put, lactation is the process of making and secreting milk. In this post, I will give you some information on how milk is produced in your body.
October 8, 2011 | By Kim In Breastfeeding | Comments Off
Whether we are talking about drugs that have been prescribed, can be purchasd over-the-counter, or are for recreational use (including drugs like marijuana, alcohol, nicotine, cocaine, etc.), there are some things that need to be considered before using them: Read more »
October 2, 2011 | By Kim In Breastfeeding | Comments Off
Having twins presents its own unique challenges, but feeding them doesn’t have to be one of them. In this post, I am going to give you some practical ideas on breastfeeding twins. Read more »
. 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.
