According to the CDC, The National average of cesarean births was 32.1% in 2022. Whether or not you plan to have a C-section, it is important to consider how surgical intervention may affect your breastfeeding journey. Studies show that with proper preparation and assistance you can be successful. So, let’s chat C-sections and breastfeeding. Hormone…
Becoming a mother is a beautiful life-changing experience. You will have moments of pure bliss and moments of utter exhaustion. During this transition, it is important to remember to care for yourself. After all, you cannot pour from an empty cup. How will you make time to refuel your tank? Little things can make a…
During your pregnancy and breastfeeding journey, your breasts will go through many changes. You may notice rapid growth, tenderness, nipple sensitivity, and a higher body temperature. Nursing bras are designed to support all these changes and facilitate breastfeeding. Choosing a comfortable style and fit that supports your needs is important, so let’s chat nursing bras!…
You have done your research and know that to be successful breastfeeding after delivery you and your baby should be together and alert. You plan to deliver without any assistance but what if your baby is in an awkward position? What if your baby becomes distressed during delivery? What if your provider suggests an instrumental…
The classes, videos, and pictures make it all look so easy. Just snuggle close and relax and let your baby do their thing. There is something to be said for kicking back with your baby on your chest and letting them find their way to the nipple. Believe it or not, they were born for…
Feed the baby. Burp the baby, Change the baby. Rock the baby to sleep. Repeat. However, the turnaround time seems short and sporadic. Will this be a 2-minute nap? 20 minutes? Maybe you’ll get lucky this time, and it will be a solid 2 hours. What is typical for newborn sleep? How and where should…
You’re ready to welcome your baby to this world! You went into labor naturally or had an induction. The contractions are getting more intense. You may have a wonderful doula guiding you through your breaths. Or maybe you knew from the moment those two little pink lines appeared that you would have pain medication in…
Express yourself! So you are ready to express your milk! Whether you want to collect colostrum in the early days, relieve engorgement, or introduce your baby to a bottle, there are many ways to remove milk. You can use a manual hand pump, electric pump, or silicone pump. But one quick and easy way is…
It is the miracle of childbirth! Nature perfectly choreographs every ebb and flow of hormones during labor that leads to the birth of your baby. When given the opportunity, your body can do wonders, so trust it, as it is most beneficial to avoid labor interventions. People often think of labor and delivery as separate…
What is colostrum? Your body begins preparing to feed your baby early in pregnancy. Around 12-18 weeks, your breasts start to produce colostrum. This early milk is highly concentrated, with all the proteins, sugars, fats, and (best of all) antibodies your baby needs in the first few days of life. It is thick and sticky,…
