Essential Guide
What is Amenorrhea?
After your child is born and while you are breastfeeding you may experience a time without your period. The technical term for a … [Read More...]
Diet and Exercise
What Are The Challenges Of Breastfeeding?
Common breastfeeding concerns of new moms, especially during the first few weeks and months are often related to overcoming the … [Read More...]
Breastfeeding Information
How Can I Tell My Baby Is Hungry?
A breastfeeding common concern is what are the signs a baby is hungry. One way to tell if your baby is ready to eat is to pay attention to their breastfeeding schedule and check the clock. Fussiness does not necessarily indicate that your baby is always hungry. If too little time has elapsed since the last feeding can … [Read More...]
Periods During Breastfeeding
All women experience a time of postpartum bleeding following birth which is not considered a menstrual period. If bottle feeding, most mothers will have their first real period not long after this. Breastfeeding, however, suppresses menstruation at least for a while. For some mothers, there may be an absence of … [Read More...]
Steps when using a Breast Pump
When you get ready to use a breast pump find a quiet spot where you will have twenty to thirty minutes undisturbed. Wash your hands with soap and water Wash and assemble all breast pump equipment Find a comfortable location to express your breast milk Gently massage your breasts or apply a warm … [Read More...]