Increasing Milk Supply
July 16, 2021Breastfeeding is a supply and demand cycle. As long as you are emptying the breast frequently and fully, your body should continue to replace this milk based on what your baby needs. At times, you may notice a dip in your supply. This can be due to certain medications (oral contraceptives, cold medicines, etc.), menstrual cycle beginning, medical concerns, or not emptying the breast effectively. If you find yourself needing to increase your milk supply due to baby not getting enough, there are certain steps you can take to continue to nourish your baby efficiently. Signs of decreasing milk supply…
Healthy Weight Gain the First Year of Life
Babies grow so very fast the first year of life. It is important to make sure they are growing at the correct rate, and getting enough to eat to become healthy toddlers. Babies need breastmilk or formula, and nothing else,…
Getting Your Toddler Excited About Vegetables
Toddlers can be quite finicky eaters. Sometimes it may seem that all they want to eat are macaroni and cheese and chicken nuggets. These things are great in moderation, but to grow strong, healthy children they need to get their…
Working and Breastfeeding
Having a new baby is one of life’s greatest joys. To pay for this wonderful joy, unfortunately, Mamas often need to go back to work. Not only are you adjusting to new Motherhood, but now you need to further adjust to…
What To Pack in your Diaper Bag
As a first time Mama, you may think you need to pack everything except the kitchen sink in your diaper bag. I mean, anything could happen, right?! Well, kind of, but you are going to get a sore back…
What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag
I remember going in to the hospital when I was in labor with my first daughter it felt like we were moving in. I had everything I could think of that I “might” need for baby packed neatly into…
Overcoming Common Breastfeeding Conditions
Breastfeeding certainly comes with its benefits, but sometimes there are issues that develop that need managing. As baby’s needs grow and change, so does your milk supply. Making sure you empty your breasts with each feeding will help prevent many…
Your Guide to Breastfeeding in the First 14 days
Breastfeeding your baby can be such a rewarding experience, and create a bond with your baby like you could never have imagined. Breastfeeding, like everything else that comes along with a child, however, can take a lot of patience. Try…
Getting a Proper Latch
If you have read my blog before, you already know that I have a passion for all things breastfeeding and babies! My goal through this information is for you to have a comfortable and meaningful journey with breastfeeding. Breastfeeding is…
Adjusting to Motherhood: 5 Simple Tips
Becoming a new Mother is one of the most rewarding and exhausting experiences you will have in your lifetime. It is literally the best job in the world, but comes with some very trying times. There is no guidebook…
5 Ways for Partners to Help with Breastfeeding
For women, it often seems more natural to assume the “Motherly” roll after having a baby. We have prepared for nine months, felt the baby move about, and nourished them until we got to stare into their beautiful little…