Questions new mothers ask about feeding from the Association of Breastfeeding Mothers, UK Is breastfeeding good for my baby? Breastfeeding not only provides food in the most natural form for Read More →
Some mums like to express milk to relieve engorged breasts or to reduce the intensity of a fast letdown when their babies are having trouble staying latched on. It is Read More →
Considering that the World Health Organisation recommends breastfeeding your child until 2 years, it always surprises me that breast feeding after the first year is often referred to as “extended”. Read More →
Blocked milk ducts are a common challenge experienced by breastfeeding mums. It feels like a tender and a sore pea-like lump in the breast or near the nipple, and it Read More →
I would say that most nursing mums have asked themselves this question at some point. We all want to be assured that we are giving our babies enough nutrition, so Read More →
Many women experience some nipple tenderness or mild soreness especially in the early days of breastfeeding. However cracked, bleeding and toe-curling soreness is often a sign that your baby is Read More →
Caring for your breastfeeding partner New breastfeeding mothers have a lot to deal with. It’s normal for your partner to feel anxious, tired and physically sore or uncomfortable. She will Read More →