#mothersneeds

Jun 254 min read

Nursing In Public: Stop Hiding In Your Home

Most people would be surprised to find nursing in public is usually the 2nd common worry for breastfeeding mothers, behind not producing...

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Jan 124 min read

Visiting a Mom with a newborn? Her support needs are important.

Over the years I have often heard horror stories about friends, and the family members of new mothers who came to visit them once the...

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Oct 13, 20233 min read

Why scheduled feedings are not compatible with breastfeeding.

As a lactation consultant, I am always surprised when new parents believe they need to schedule feedings for their newborns. Some parents...

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Feb 1, 20234 min read

What is an IBCLC?

Our focus this article defines differences between various Lactation-related training certifications, starting with the 'IBCLC'. Many...

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Jun 28, 20183 min read

The 411 on Why Babies Can’t Latch or Suck After Birth

After birth, your baby may not be able to latch immediately or even for a few days after birth or the first week. You may assume this is...

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Apr 7, 20142 min read

What's in it for me?

Why am I breastfeeding? It is certainly not always easy or convenient and can be a real challenge. There are some excellent gifts from...

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