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Click on the orange button to subscribe to this blog Priority of a newborn - COMFORT FIRST then feed.It is quite annoying to hear how so many mothers struggle everyday with feeding their baby in at least the first month of birth. Over the many years I Permalink -- click for full blog post "Priority of a newborn - COMFORT FIRST then feed." Vitamins while BreastfeedingOften moms ask me if it is ok to take vitamins while breastfeeding. Prenatal vitamins and breastfeeding go hand in hand. You should continue to take your Permalink -- click for full blog post "Vitamins while Breastfeeding" Pump and DumpI am frequently asked by mom if they need to pump and dump their breastmilk while on certain medications. The answer is almost always NO. Quite often Permalink -- click for full blog post "Pump and Dump" Milky GrinsI have always believed that breastfeeding is the best choice, it is the most natural form of food for babies & has been done since the beginning of time. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Milky Grins" From A cups to Dolly Parton.Being a mother for the first made me want to do everything i could that would benifit my daughter, so I opted to breastfeed. My family along with the inlaws Permalink -- click for full blog post "From A cups to Dolly Parton." Milk DudsIn the late 70's I had a problem with my milk glands stopping up and becoming infected. I had to have them lanced. A procedure where the doctor inserted Permalink -- click for full blog post "Milk Duds" 4 month and going strong!With my first baby it didnt go so well she would not latch on so I just gave up, but one and a half years later when I found out I was pregnant I knew Permalink -- click for full blog post "4 month and going strong!" Weaning from BreastfeedingThinking of stopping breastfeeding? One of the things I say frequently in my lactation practice is Don't quit on your worst day The first 3-4 WEEKS, yes Permalink -- click for full blog post "Weaning from Breastfeeding" First Family OutingMy husband and I thought it would be a good idea to go to the drive in movies a few weeks after my daughter was born. Being shy about and struggling (only Permalink -- click for full blog post "First Family Outing" How to use a breastpumpI frequently get asked the question, How do I use a breastpump? One of the advantages of buying a breastpump from a lactation consultant is that we will Permalink -- click for full blog post "How to use a breastpump" More bf education for docs & nursesI am now a mom of 7. I just gave birth to twins two weeks ago. I breastfed all my children and currently breastfeeding my twins but not without my usual Permalink -- click for full blog post "More bf education for docs & nurses" First time Breastfeeder troublesI have recently given birth to my third child. I did not breastfeed the first two and decided to go strong with this one and breastfeed. I had a pretty Permalink -- click for full blog post "First time Breastfeeder troubles" Third Times A Charm in breastfeedingso i just had my third lil baby girl two weeks ago!!!! i never breastfed any of my kids do to the inversion of both nipples and the fact that i have such Permalink -- click for full blog post "Third Times A Charm in breastfeeding" Disney Magic Kingdom Park - Breastfeeding FriendlyI was at Magic Kingdom during summer 2010 and my four months old baby was hungry! I got in a store inside the park, and sat in a rocking chair and breastfed Permalink -- click for full blog post "Disney Magic Kingdom Park - Breastfeeding Friendly" When my baby is hungry!My daughter Alaina goes go school with me and stays in the daycare while I do my work. The first day of school i took her into the daycare and when she's Permalink -- click for full blog post "When my baby is hungry! " The baby eats what I eatI was nursing my second child, my little boy, and my 3 year old daughter starts asking questions. Adam was about 3 weeks old and Noma had been watching Permalink -- click for full blog post "The baby eats what I eat" Mother of ThreeI had my first daughter at a young age but I was determined to give her the best I could in every way including food. So I decided to breastfeed, although Permalink -- click for full blog post "Mother of Three" Determined to BreastfeedBefore I was discharged from the hospital, my breasts were so engorged that I didn't even feel comfortable enough to take pictures -- I looked like I had Permalink -- click for full blog post "Determined to Breastfeed" Mothers milk tea helpsAs of October 8th of this year,I have taken on a full-time duty of nourishing my baby boy, DJ. He was a little over 9 lbs and I wanted to make sure he Permalink -- click for full blog post "Mothers milk tea helps" Dr Traumawell I was taking my little girl in for her check up and just as soon as i went to leave one of the nurses kept staring at my shirt so i decided i would Permalink -- click for full blog post "Dr Trauma" #bRfchatThis weekly twitter party on breastfeeding serves to support breastfeeding moms AND provide support and resources for breastfeeding professionals. The first hour 8pm-9pm CST Will be an open Question and Answer session for any breastfeeding mom. Questions will be answered by a board certified lactation consultant. (IBCLC) yes, other moms and non professionals may also be there to offer support but an IBCLC will be available during this hour as well, just type #ibclc after your post if you want the ibclc to answer your question. The second hour 9pm-10pm CST will be a support session for professionals who assist moms with breastfeeding. IBCLC, certified lactation educators, certified breastfeeding educators, doulas, midwives, nurses, doctors, la leche league leaders, WIC support people or those who WANT to help moms breastfeed, all welcome. Topics for each hour and guests will be announced via twitter posts the week prior to the #bRfchat. Permalink -- click for full blog post "#bRfchat" Try, try, and try againWhen my daughter was born, she was perfect in every way (of course, the statement could be a little biased from a mom's point of view). Beautiful, rarely Permalink -- click for full blog post "Try, try, and try again" Breastfeeding in higher altitudes.Hi Liz, I took your wonderful Breastfeeding class at NorthHills Hospital in August. I have been successfully breastfeeding my 8 week old baby girl, Adrianna, Permalink -- click for full blog post "Breastfeeding in higher altitudes." Breastfed baby now sleeping longerI am a working mother with good breast-milk production and have been breastfeeding regularly in evenings/nights/mornings. During the day I pump quite Permalink -- click for full blog post "Breastfed baby now sleeping longer " Friendly: Universal Studios. Islands of Adventure. Orlando FLI went to Islands of Adventure with my family. I have a 6 month old son. I nurse whenever he needs to without a cover. While nursing an employee was walking Plans change.In a health class during high school I said I wanted to adopt children. I had no desire what so ever to have a child of my own making. So when at age Permalink -- click for full blog post "Plans change." Mimijumi BottlesI have heard a lot of buzz lately about the Mimijumi bottles. Apparantly, they are manufactured to look and feelmore like a human breast than other bottle options.I have not had any clients use this bottle yet, so if you have used it with success or not had good results, I would love to hear your comments. Theres a 1st time for everythingWhen I learned I was pregnant with my first child at 22 I went through all the emotions you could think of. I was scared, apprehensive, excited and full Permalink -- click for full blog post "Theres a 1st time for everything" Special momentsAlmost three years ago, I started breastfeeding my son. It was the day he was born. At first, I'll admit, it was scary and painful, but I was not about Permalink -- click for full blog post "Special moments" The Ktan Baby CarrierLooking for a super cute and super simple baby carrier? The Ktan may be the answer you are looking for. It is stylish, easy to apply and super comfy for baby. It comes in small, medium and large. And get this,they even have a pet carrier! lol. I love these things: returning to workI am going back to work in 5 weeks. How soon should I try to start putting my baby on a schedule? (He is 3 weeks old.) Right now, he still feeds unpredictably Permalink -- click for full blog post "returning to work" Breastfeeding in ChurchWe had taken our 2 week old, Eli, to church for the first time a few days ago. I very cautiously worked our nursing schedule around the service time so Permalink -- click for full blog post "Breastfeeding in Church" Udder Covers Nursing CoverFor those modest mommies out there, holiday nursing can be a challenge. But having the right nursing cover can make breastfeeding a bit easier. Looking for a reasonably priced nursing cover that is really cute? This UDDER COVER has it all:I love these covers because they have a piece of boning in them that allows you to see the baby while feeding. It makes a little half loop at the top as an opening for you to view baby. Pretty cool. Know someone who can sew? I have a free pattern available and even a novice seamstress can prepare one of these covers in under 30 minutes and for under $5.Go to the free pattern by clicking here.__________________________________ Breastfeeding is a benefit to all parties involved.I would like to share my story of breastfeeding my first baby. I breastfed him for 11 months. My milk ran out by that time. A couple months later Permalink -- click for full blog post "Breastfeeding is a benefit to all parties involved." Ask a Lactation Consultant, live breastfeeding advice, online chat breastfeedingAsk a Lactation Consultant live online chat 7 days a week EeeeeW! What are you doing?My Best friend moved back into town and she brought my God daughter. When they came to the house to visit, she started to breastfeed her. At the time I Permalink -- click for full blog post "EeeeeW! What are you doing?" Hygeia breast pumpThe Hygeia double pump is great. Its a bit hard to get use to. Previously I pumped with a Medela double pump and it worked fine but started to get a bit Permalink -- click for full blog post "Hygeia breast pump" Looking for a Doula?Are you looking for a doula to make your childbirth experience more enjoyable? Click the link below to find a doula in your area. What is a doula? A doula is a PERSONAL labor support partner. An awesome asset to your labor team. A doula will help make you comfortable during your childbirth. Yah! Mommy Makes Baby juice!!First off, I am a mother of 6 year old twin girls and a 3 week old girl, so my life is always eventful and funny.... When i found out i was having my Permalink -- click for full blog post "Mommy Makes Baby juice!!" Third times a charm?I found out at 37 years old I was pregnant with my third child! Totally unexpected and not planned. It took 2 years on clomid and calculated ovulations Permalink -- click for full blog post "Third times a charm?" First Time MomI'm a first time mom, due in February of 2012. So far, deciding that I want to breastfeed has been one of the easiest decisions I've made. The problem Permalink -- click for full blog post "First Time Mom" ForeverAfter 2 weeks of a cold, and nonstop crying, I felt as though i was at my wits end. Being a teenage mother I still felt prepared for motherhood. I wanted Permalink -- click for full blog post "Forever" NOT AGAIN.WHEN I HAD KATIE ABOUT THREE YEARS AGO, I WAS DECIDED TO BREASTFEED BUT THE CIRCUMSTANCES DID NOT LET ME, MY NIPPLES WERE SMALL AND SHE DID NOT LATCH.....IT Permalink -- click for full blog post "NOT AGAIN." 16 diapers a dayWhen my first daughter was born, I had no idea what to expect. Even though I was a pediatric nurse at the time, I was clueless. I had read that breastfed Permalink -- click for full blog post "16 diapers a day" nipple pain and sheildmy son is now 3 monthes old he wouldn't nurse off of me when he was born but now he will with the sheild. when he nurses it is painful i can get him to Permalink -- click for full blog post "nipple pain and sheild" Why I DISLIKE the Dr.Brown BottlesWhere do I start? Let me count the ways: 1. The nipples are narrow, even their wide nipples are narrow. And nipple shape is VERY important when supplementing Permalink -- click for full blog post "Why I DISLIKE the Dr.Brown Bottles" Cheap breastmilk Storage IdeaThis is just about the cheapest way I know to store your breastmilk. Supplies needed: old fashioned ice cube tray freezer safe storage bags or container. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Cheap breastmilk Storage Idea" Ameda Breastpump ReviewThis is my review of the Ameda breastpump, it is kinda lengthy so bare with me. Ameda makes a great double electric breastpump: Purely Yours pump. Ameda Permalink -- click for full blog post "Ameda Breastpump Review" Playtex Breastpump and Nuk BreastpumpPlease here me out on this one. I am a RN, IBCLC (international board certified lactation consultant)I have witnessed moms using just about every pump Permalink -- click for full blog post "Playtex Breastpump and Nuk Breastpump" |
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