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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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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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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 »

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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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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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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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.

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