Womanly Art of Breastfeeding
There is a book called The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding: Seventh Revised Edition (La Leche League International Book)
Breastfeeding Positions – Position #1 – Cross-Cradle Position
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
Breastfeeding Pictures
Breastfeeding in bed in sidelying
Breastfeeding Clothes
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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!
Breastfeeding Positions – Cradle Hold
The Cradle Hold
Breastfeeding Toddler
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.
Breastfeeding & Bottle – How do I do both? Part 2
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 »
Breastfeeding Video – Suggestions
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 »
Breastfeeding Pillow – An essential for any nursing mother
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
Breastfeeding & Bottle – How do I do both? – Part 1
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 »
Extended Breastfeeding – Beyond Year One
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.
Breastfeeding Positions – Side-lying
Lying on your side to nurse
Twins Breastfeeding? Yes, it is possible!
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 »
Breastfeeding Positions – The Football Hold
L- The Cradle Hold, Middle - The Football Hold, R- Lying Down
