Women have been breastfeeding since the dawn of humanity – so it is should be “easy” and “natural” for us to do, right? This myth causes many new moms a lot of frustration when breastfeeding doesn’t go as easy as they expected. Don’t worry though. These 26 breastfeeding tips and hacks can help make nursing …
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When your life has become a cycle of dirty diapers, bottles, laundry, and crying babies, it’s natural to look for any shortcut available. Bottle warmers may not seem necessary when you’re not within earshot of a hungry baby, but in the middle of the night many a parent has wished that milk could be warmed …
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Adults often take it for granted that when hungry, the ability to physically consume food is usually not an issue. For newborns, eating is not always so simple. Especially in the early days, the complications that can arise while simply trying to feed your baby can be quite overwhelming! If you are having problems with …
Congratulations! Your baby has arrived and you are beginning to get into a nice little groove. But, now you’ve hit a bump in the road. Has your baby been increasingly uncomfortable and crying often? Are you starting to think it may be gas or even the dreaded colic? While it is hard to hear while …
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Having nursed my firstborn well past the first year and counting, I wish I had the following breastfeeding accessories from the start. Consider this your checklist for breastfeeding and pumping essentials. Table of contents Nursing pillow Nipple cream Nursing cover with stiff collar Nursing bra/nursing tank Nursing pads Pump and accessories Drying Rack Slow Flow …
Breastfeeding seems painful in the early stages, not only because of the time required but because of soreness or cracked skin. And it seems like your baby just won’t..stop..crying. In the search for the cause, moms often stumble upon the Foremilk vs Hindmilk debate or milk supply issues. Let me take you through the premise …
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New moms may have just found out that breastfeeding, while natural, certainly does not come naturally to most women (and babies for that matter). It’s a little bit of a shock to also find out that the breastfeeding relationship can also be affected by the bottle feeding relationship. Finding For some moms, the idea of …
As a parent, you know that your child must eat vegetables in order to boost immunity, prevent obesity, and establish good dietary habits for adulthood. But getting toddlers to eat vegetables is not easy! If your toddler won’t eat veggies, you aren’t alone. Picky eating is one of the biggest complaints that parents have and …
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When children first start on solids, everything is new and they may want to try everything. But, at some point, even the most adventurous kids turn into picky eaters. It is enough to make a parent want to throw their hands in the air and ask whether toddlers really need to eat vegetables. You are …
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Are you on a search for the best pacifier for your breastfed baby? With so many different types of pacifiers on the market, it can feel daunting to choose the “right” one for your baby. Because you’ve worked so hard to breastfeed, you don’t want to derail any progress there! Rest assured that there are …
