Should I donate my breast milk?
All babies can benefit from the nourishment in breast milk, but in babies born premature, before the 37th week of pregnancy , the benefit can be much more pronounced. These tiny infants can substantially benefit from human milk’s rich nutrients and disease-fighting protection. Breast milk is also beneficial for babies with failure to thrive,... [Read more...]
Breastfeeding after a Cesarean Section
There is no reason to think that you will have problems breastfeeding after a cesarean section. While you and your baby may feel the after effects of the drugs administered during the procedure these feelings will soon pass. You may find that your milk does not come in right away but be patient for as soon as the medication leaves your system your... [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and allergies
Research into the connection between breastfeeding and reduced childhood allergies is dynamic and growing. Public health studies have shown that breastfeeding can have a long term impact on your child’s immune system. Breastfeeding may protect your child against inflammatory and autoimmune disease. It was more than 75 years ago that the first study... [Read more...]
How to create a supportive breastfeeding environment
Six suggestions for creating a supportive nursing environment Find a peaceful atmosphere for nursing. Before beginning the feeding, unplug the phone, turn on relaxing music and do deep breathing. (Take four or five deep abdominal breaths.) If breastfeeding in public makes you uncomfortable, insist on your privacy and/or drape a light cover over your... [Read more...]
Latch techniques
The huge value in this tiny video is… stop pressing down and poking on your nipple like that! Getting milk out of your breast requires a lot of the breast tissue BEHIND the nipple to be compressed – it’s got nothing to do with the nipple itself, in that sense. Baby sucking on your nipple, and/or you poking and prodding your nipples... [Read more...]
How long should I breastfeed?
The American Association of Pediatrics suggests breastfeeding your baby for the first six months after birth and encourages mothers to breastfeed at least a full year after their child is born. Your body will continue to produce milk at a level matching your child’s consumption as long as you the mother remain healthy and in physically good... [Read more...]
When to stop a breastfeeding session?
If you are trying to prevent sore nipples, making your baby switch sides or stop breastfeeding is not a good way to go and may end up causing more problems in the future. Babies can usually decide for themselves when they’re finished breastfeeding or if they want to switch to your other breast. When your baby has finished with your first breast... [Read more...]
What are inverted nipples?
Nipples that do not protrude or poke out from the breast are called inverted nipples. During the hormonal influences of pregnancy the inversion can become more pronounced as your change and grow. Although inverted nipples are not a common occurrence you are still able to breastfeed your child, but it may be more challenging to learn the best way to... [Read more...]
What is BBTD?
BBTD is commonly referred to as Baby Bottle Tooth Decay. It is most commonly found in children who are bottle fed or are in the transition period when your child is being weaned. BBTD is indicated by some of the following signs: Decay in two or more of the top front teeth, bottom front teeth are generally not affected Possible decay in other primary... [Read more...]
What does it feel like to breastfeed?
Feel You will feel your nipple and breast being tugged into baby’s mouth. Your nipple may be tender, especially during the first 30 seconds of a nursing session. After a minute or two, you may feel mild uterine cramps. After five minutes you may feel: Sleepy Thirsty Hot flashes Cramps After nursing for three to five days, you may feel letdown in your... [Read more...]
