Breastfeeding for 6 months is recommended by the WHO and the Department of Health as best practice for breastfeeding Mums, however research by the UK Healthcare Commission show that only 1% of Mums are exclusively breastfeeding at 6 months. A … Continue reading
Here are some tips for summer breastfeeding – keep your baby hydrated and cool, enjoy effective feeds and can enjoy the sunshine. Breast milk adapts and changes according to your baby’s needs and the environment you find yourself in. It … Continue reading
However, there are many instances when a new mum feels confused and worried about her baby and thinks that formula is the answer. Continue reading
What leads to breast refusal of one breast and how can this be resolved so that baby happily feeds from both sides without fuss. Continue reading
I am amazed at how many twins I am seeing. Whilst I don’t have any statistics, I have a feeling that twin pregnancies and births are on the rise. Continue reading
This is a ‘strange’ association to have with breastfeeding and often mums won’t discuss it with anyone, as they feel there is something wrong with them. Continue reading
So, you are having another baby. Let’s look at what has worked for other mums and see if it can help you. Continue reading
The fears of under-feeding a newborn baby weigh heavily on any new parent’s shoulders, so how can we help nursing mums decode feeding routines and strategies successfully? Continue reading
How do you know that your baby is getting milk when breastfeeding? Sure you can see him or her sucking, but are those sucks amounting to efficient milk transfer or just allowing your baby to swallow nothing more than fresh … Continue reading
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