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...]
Failure of Lactogenesis
While some woman suffer from engorgement other new mothers find themselves at the other end of the spectrum wondering if their milk came in. Occasionally, lactogenesis, the onset of milk production that usually occurs two to five days after childbirth is delayed in women who experience complication in labor and delivery. Conditions that can affect... [Read more...]
10 Reasons to Think Twice about Weaning
You and your child will know when it is time to wean from the breast. Here are ten circumstances that may not necessarily be a good reason to wean: A breastfeeding problem you haven’t solved. A mother in the midst of a breastfeeding crisis can genuinely feel as if the situation is hopeless. If you have yet to discuss your problem with your... [Read more...]
Mastitis
Lactational mastitis is a breast infection in a breastfeeding woman. The symptoms are localized pain, swelling and redness, usually in only one breast. Often, women will get flu like symptoms and a high fever and chills. The difference between engorgement and mastitis is that engorgement usually involves both side and the whole breast, while mastitis... [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...]
What is the Cradle Hold?
See the the traditional hold, the cradle hold demonstrated in the video. Sit up with your back supported, one arm supports your baby, with his or her head in the bend of your elbow and your open hand supporting the baby’s bottom or back. Your baby’s abdomen lies against yours. Use one hand to support the breast and guide it... [Read more...]
Ask Obama to Support Breastfeeding: Sign the Petition
Recognition and support for breastfeeding is often neglected as an important part of mothering. Help us put breastfeeding on the radar for President-elect Barack Obama to ensure it is treated as a high priority health issues and receives the support it deserves. Our economy is in crisis and this nation’s leaders are looking for solutions to help... [Read more...]
Truth behind a few Breastfeeding Myths
There are a few myths that every new mother confronts as they decide whether or not to breastfeed. Breastfeeding Myth #1 – Will you make enough milk? – Most certainly. According to the World Health Organization over 97% of all women are able to produce a sufficient milk supply for their child without any other help. In the first days after... [Read more...]
Breast Milk and Breastfeeding
Breast Milk is best. Nothing that money can buy is as good for a baby as breastfeeding. Initiation of Breastfeeding within the first hour of life, Exclusive Breastfeeding for six months, Timely Complementary Feeding with appropriate foods, and Continued Breastfeeding for Two Years and beyond. Read More →
How will it feel to stop breastfeeding?
Many women say they experience a mix of emotions when they finish breastfeeding their child. How will it feel to stop breastfeeding is usually described as a combination of relief to have this intensive part of their child’s life past and sometimes a little tinge of regret as this is really the first time your child is able to demonstrate a form... [Read more...]
