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Gentle Weaning: Everything You Need to Know to Support Your Baby Through This Transition
Weaning is often portrayed as the end of breastfeeding, but in reality it’s an emotional, gradual and deeply personal journey for both mother and baby. Whether you’re considering night weaning,…
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Breastfeeding and Cranial Osteopathy: A Holistic Approach for Babies with Feeding Difficulties, Gas, or Reflux
When a baby struggles with feeding, experiences excessive gas, or suffers from reflux, it can be an overwhelming and exhausting time for parents. During my consultations, when I’m seeing babies…
Nipple shields: What Every Breastfeeding Mother Should Know
Breastfeeding is an incredible journey, but as we all know, it comes with its challenges and doesn’t always go smoothly. There’s still a lot of controversy surrounding the use of…
Is My Baby Getting Enough Milk?
One of the most common concerns I hear from breastfeeding mothers during my consultations is, “Is my baby getting enough breastmilk?” My answer is always the same: It’s a very…
Smoking and Breastfeeding
A while ago, I wrote a blog about alcohol and breastfeeding. This time I’d like to address another important topic: smoking and breastfeeding. I was inspired to write this after a close…
Understanding and Managing Plugged Milk Ducts
Plugged or clogged milk ducts are a common complication for breastfeeding mothers, often causing discomfort, pain, and anxiety. If your breasts become inflamed or swollen, it’s important to act quickly…
The 5 Wh- Questions about Breast Compression Technique
In some of my consultations, when I talk about breast compression technique, mothers often express concern. They’ve been told by some professionals that using this technique might make their baby…
The Importance of Using Non-Toxic Products to Support You and Your Baby’s Health Before and After Birth
Understanding what we apply to our skin is essential, particularly during pregnancy or when caring for a newborn. Everything we apply to our skin can be absorbed into our body,…
Breastfeeding, Milk Supply and Medications: What every Breastfeeding Mother should Know
In today’s blog, I wanted to address a question from a mother that I’ve recently been supporting. She asked if I had written a blog on paracetamol and breastfeeding, specifically…
How Long Should Each Feed Take? A Guide for Breastfeeding Mothers
One of the most common questions I hear during my antenatal and postnatal consultations, is “How long should each feed take?” This is a valid concern for many breastfeeding mothers,…
Why Am I Pumping and No Milk is Coming Out? Does this Mean my Baby Isn’t Getting Enough?
For many breastfeeding mothers, pumping is a key part of their routine, whether it’s to ensure there’s enough milk for their baby, for preparing for returning to work, or simply…
Understanding Overactive Let-down: Signs and Tips to Manage It
Breastfeeding can be a rewarding experience for both mother and baby, but it doesn’t come without its challenges. One issue that mothers encounter is overactive let-down, where the flow of…
Understanding Hip Dysplasia and the Impact of Swaddling on Babies
Hip dysplasia is a condition that affects the hip joint, where the ball and socket do not fit together properly. This can lead to a range of issues, from mild…
Newborn Phases During the First Hours of Life
In most of my postnatal consultations, I have discovered that many crucial aspects of starting well with your newborn are often not explained to mothers during their birth preparation sessions….
Understanding Foremilk and Hindmilk: Dispelling Myths and Exploring Facts
In the world of breastfeeding, many terms and concepts can seem daunting to new mothers. One such topic is the distinction between foremilk and hindmilk. Understanding these terms and their…
Why can My Friends Breastfeed, and I can’t?
I’ve heard this question countless times, prompting me to realise the importance of addressing it in a blog. Throughout this post, we’ll delve into the various conditions that affect a…
What is the White Spot on My Nipple?
In today’s blog, I’d like to do something different to usual and share a real case involving one of my recent patients. I conducted a postnatal and follow up consultation with this…
Alcohol and Breastfeeding
One of the questions I’ve been asked the most during my consultations is about the incompatibility of alcohol and breastfeeding. Can I drink alcohol when I’m nursing? Or how many glasses…
Postnatal Depression
Welcoming a new life into the world is undoubtedly a joyous occasion, filled with love and dreams of a bright future. However, for some mothers, the postpartum period brings not…
The 3-Month Breastfeeding Crisis
As a new mother embarks on the beautiful journey of breastfeeding, there often comes a point around the three-month period that some refer to as the “3-month breastfeeding crisis”. While…
Breastfeeding and Exercise: Compatibles Companions?
Welcoming a new life into the world is a joyous occasion, and for many mothers, the breastfeeding journey that follows is a profound and bonding experience. Both breastfeeding and exercise…
Are Dummies Compatible with Breastfeeding?
The use of dummies is a topic that creates a lot of controversy in our society. You may have been advised by friends or family not to introduce a dummy…
The Baby’s Poo Guide For Parents
I pondered for a while on whether it was worthwhile to prepare a blog about baby’s poo, but what I discovered during my consultations is that stools are something that…
How to Successfully Wean a Baby: My Top 10 Tips for Respectful Weaning Your Baby under 12 months old
Weaning your baby is a significant transition for both you and your little one. Whether it’s the end of your breastfeeding journey or the desire to start introducing bottles to…
The Golden Hour: Why It’s Vital to Breastfeed Your Baby in the First Hour
Welcoming a newborn into the world is a magical moment. From the first breath to the first cries. It’s a time of joy, and, most importantly, the first opportunity to…
Harvesting Colostrum in Preparation for a Successful Breastfeeding Journey
The journey of motherhood begins before your baby’s first breath. During pregnancy, your body undergoes remarkable changes to prepare for the arrival of your little one. One of the crucial…
What to Buy in Advance to Prepare for your Breastfeeding Journey – My Top 5 Essentials
Welcoming a new baby into your life is a joyous and transformative experience, especially when it comes to the journey of breastfeeding. Whether you’re a first-time parent or have breastfed…
How Should I Store my Breast Milk?: “My Top 5 Tips for Storing Breast Milk Safely”
Breast milk is often referred to as a gold liquid for infants. It’s not just a source of nourishment; it’s also a potent provider of essential nutrients, antibodies, and a…
Prenatal Checklist: My Top 5 Tips for Preparing Yourself for a Successful Breastfeeding Journey
The journey of motherhood is a remarkable one, filled with joy, anticipation, and a deep connection with your growing baby. As you prepare to welcome your little one into the…
Breastfeeding Crises or Growth Spurts
Welcoming a new baby into your life is a journey filled with wonder, joy, and countless moments of discovery. As parents, we eagerly anticipate and celebrate each milestone, from those…
Exploring Baby-Led Weaning: My Top 7 Tips for a Successful and Safe Journey
Welcoming a new baby into your life is a time of joy, wonder, and discovery. One of the many exciting milestones on this journey, but also one of the most…
Is Your Baby Suffering from Silent Reflux? Recognising the Signs
Welcoming a new baby into your life is an exhilarating experience. As a parent, you’re prepared for sleepless nights, diaper changes, and endless cuddles. However, when your little one starts…
Breastfeeding and Your Period
Bringing a new life into the world is a miraculous journey, filled with moments of wonder, joy, and discovery. As a new mother, your body undergoes incredible changes to nurture…
Why Mastitis Happens
Mastitis is a term that strikes a chord of concern for many breastfeeding mothers. It’s also a word that many women haven’t heard of before becoming new mothers. Mastitis is…
When Breastfeeding, How Often Should I Pump?
The question of pumping frequency while breastfeeding is a common query that arises during many of my consultations. Mothers often express concerns about pumping’s impact on their babies’ milk intake,…
Understanding Reflux: What is the Best Position to Breastfeed a baby with Reflux?
Breastfeeding is a beautiful and essential bonding experience between a mother and a baby. However, for some babies dealing with reflux, this cherished time can become a source of discomfort and…
The Benefits of Consulting an IBCLC: Your Breastfeeding Journey’s Best Ally
Breastfeeding is a beautiful and essential aspect of nurturing a newborn, providing them with optimal nutrition and building a strong bond between you and your baby. Despite this, breastfeeding can…
Breastfeeding Babies During Summer: Tips for a Happy and Hydrated Mother and Baby
As the summer heat rolls in, it’s important for you as a new mother to pay extra attention to the well-being of your breastfeeding baby. With nice weather and summer…
Caring For Your Baby’s Umbilical Cord Stump: Tips and Recognising Infection Signs
The umbilical cord is an incredible lifeline that connects a growing baby to their mother during pregnancy, but is no longer needed once the baby is born. During pregnancy, the…
The Truth About Tongue Ties
Having a tongue-tied baby is not a new phenomenon, but what is the current situation? Are all babies tongue-tied? The answer is no, but it does affect nearly 5 percent…
What do I Need to Keep in Mind about Flange Size?
I previously discussed here how to choose the correct flange size for your breasts, and also how much breast pump flange sizes can vary between different products in this blog. In addition to…
Swaddling your Baby: My “Top 8” Tips for Safe Swaddling
Swaddling babies was a normal practice before the XVII century, and it remains a common practice in many cultures around the world. For cultures such as Oriental, African, and Latin-American,…
Do all brands of Breast Pump have the same Flange Sizes?
Sadly not, which does cause a few small issues when it comes to you choosing the right one for you. It isn’t possible that you would know ahead of buying…
How do I know if my Baby Needs a Top Up?
One of the things that mothers worry about the most, is if their babies are getting enough breast milk or if they need to top up with formula. It’s true…
How to Introduce a Bottle to Your Baby?
Introducing the bottle to your baby sounds like a very easy thing to do, but from my experience it’s something that requires more time to learn than parents expect. The…
How to Choose The Best Breast Pump Flange Size For You
Choosing the correct size of the flange is the key to having a pleasant and efficient extraction of your breast milk. You need to keep in mind that not all…
Bronchiolitis and Breastfeeding
During winter time, bronchiolitis is the most common chest infection that affects babies and children under the age of two. It’s usually mild and can be treated at home, but…
How to Increase your Milk Supply
Most mothers I work with produce enough breast milk to meet their baby’s needs, but during their breastfeeding journey they have the feeling that their milk is not enough. Most…
How to Prevent Nipple Cracks?
One of the things I hear the most during my antenatal consultations is that mothers assume that breastfeeding (especially during the first few days) is going to be painful. To…
How Partners Can Help with a Breastfeeding Baby
Since I started working in the hospital, I’ve heard how useless partners can feel when mothers are breastfeeding their babies. They usually explain that they don’t know how they can…
Breastfeeding on Demand
With all the information that we have online most of us know that breastfeeding works on demand, but I’m still sometimes being asked “How often do I need to feed…
Why is Breastfeeding Important? Breastfeeding Benefits for You and your Baby
If you’re still not sure about breastfeeding your newborn baby, I would recommend reading this blog and I’m pretty sure you’ll change your mind, or at least give yourself a…
What is Colostrum and Why is it so Important for your Baby?
Feeding your newborn baby for the first few days of life can cause some concerns as a new parent. Especially from breastfeeding mothers who are worried if their babies have…
What Not To Eat Whilst Breastfeeding
When you get pregnant, one of the first recommendations that you receive is the food you should avoid like raw fish, non-pasteurized cheese… and of course alcohol and tobacco. Because…
How to Prepare your Nipples for Breastfeeding, Myths vs Reality?
I regularly hear myths about the need for nipple preparation during pregnancy in readiness for breastfeeding. I’ve heard recommendations of creams to soften them, alcohol to toughen them up, or…
Kangaroo Mother Care and Benefits
Breastfeeding is without any doubt, more than just feeding your baby. It’s a moment of true love between you both. So, to strengthen this bond and establish your first days…
Can My Mood Affect My Milk Supply?
It’s very common that during your breastfeeding journey you will go through nervous, anxious or stressful times. One of the most common question that I am asked is “Is my…
Parenting Support & Expert Advice
Gentle Weaning: Everything You Need to Know to Support Your Baby Through This Transition
Weaning is often portrayed as the end of breastfeeding, but in reality it’s an emotional, gradual and deeply personal journey…
Breastfeeding and Cranial Osteopathy: A Holistic Approach for Babies with Feeding Difficulties, Gas, or Reflux
When a baby struggles with feeding, experiences excessive gas, or suffers from reflux, it can be an overwhelming and exhausting…
Nipple shields: What Every Breastfeeding Mother Should Know
Breastfeeding is an incredible journey, but as we all know, it comes with its challenges and doesn’t always go smoothly….
Is My Baby Getting Enough Milk?
One of the most common concerns I hear from breastfeeding mothers during my consultations is, “Is my baby getting enough…
Smoking and Breastfeeding
A while ago, I wrote a blog about alcohol and breastfeeding. This time I’d like to address another important topic: smoking and…
Understanding and Managing Plugged Milk Ducts
Plugged or clogged milk ducts are a common complication for breastfeeding mothers, often causing discomfort, pain, and anxiety. If your…
The 5 Wh- Questions about Breast Compression Technique
In some of my consultations, when I talk about breast compression technique, mothers often express concern. They’ve been told by…
The Importance of Using Non-Toxic Products to Support You and Your Baby’s Health Before and After Birth
Understanding what we apply to our skin is essential, particularly during pregnancy or when caring for a newborn. Everything we…
Breastfeeding, Milk Supply and Medications: What every Breastfeeding Mother should Know
In today’s blog, I wanted to address a question from a mother that I’ve recently been supporting. She asked if…
How Long Should Each Feed Take? A Guide for Breastfeeding Mothers
One of the most common questions I hear during my antenatal and postnatal consultations, is “How long should each feed…
Why Am I Pumping and No Milk is Coming Out? Does this Mean my Baby Isn’t Getting Enough?
For many breastfeeding mothers, pumping is a key part of their routine, whether it’s to ensure there’s enough milk for…
Understanding Overactive Let-down: Signs and Tips to Manage It
Breastfeeding can be a rewarding experience for both mother and baby, but it doesn’t come without its challenges. One issue…
Understanding Hip Dysplasia and the Impact of Swaddling on Babies
Hip dysplasia is a condition that affects the hip joint, where the ball and socket do not fit together properly….
Newborn Phases During the First Hours of Life
In most of my postnatal consultations, I have discovered that many crucial aspects of starting well with your newborn are…
Understanding Foremilk and Hindmilk: Dispelling Myths and Exploring Facts
In the world of breastfeeding, many terms and concepts can seem daunting to new mothers. One such topic is the…
Why can My Friends Breastfeed, and I can’t?
I’ve heard this question countless times, prompting me to realise the importance of addressing it in a blog. Throughout this…
What is the White Spot on My Nipple?
In today’s blog, I’d like to do something different to usual and share a real case involving one of my…
Alcohol and Breastfeeding
One of the questions I’ve been asked the most during my consultations is about the incompatibility of alcohol and breastfeeding. Can…
Postnatal Depression
Welcoming a new life into the world is undoubtedly a joyous occasion, filled with love and dreams of a bright…
The 3-Month Breastfeeding Crisis
As a new mother embarks on the beautiful journey of breastfeeding, there often comes a point around the three-month period…