Teething
At around 6 months old your baby's teeth will start to come through, some teeth won't cause your baby discomfort but unfortunately others will. When your little one starts teething you'll notice... read more »
Advice Articles
Breastfeeding Challenges
Breastfeeding Your Premature Or Sick Baby
Some babies are born too early or born needing some extra health care. We know that breast milk is ideal for human babies and early or sick babies are no different. For them having colostrum and breast milk will not only give them... read more »
Is My Baby Getting Enough Breastmilk?
When you first begin to breastfeed your new-born, you may be anxious to know exactly how much milk he is getting and how much milk baby needs. Don’t worry, there are lots of signs you can look out for to put your mind at rest. Your first milk, colostrum,... read more »
Positive Co-Parenting
Co-parenting is about making joint decisions so that from day one your baby gets the same message from both of you and as your baby grows he will know that you are consistent and reliable in the way you help him. Children from positive co-parenting families are... read more »
Growth Spurts In Babies
Growth spurts are a baby’s way of increasing your milk supply to fulfil their evolving needs. Babies feed a lot during growth spurts and this can become tiring. When you recognise a growth spurt let your baby feed as often as they want. By giving unrestricted... read more »
Cluster Feeding
What is Cluster Feeding? Breastfed newborns need to feed frequently – at least 8-12 times in a 24 hour period. This is because breastmilk is more easily digested than formula. Baby’s stomach is the size of a small marble when first born so it needs... read more »
Love Hormones
All of these feelings are natural and oxytocin helps the ‘let-down’ reflex when we breastfeed. It also tends to make you feel relaxed and drowsy - that is natural as well so take the time to relax while you are feeding. All these feelings help to release... read more »
Venturing Out and Feeding Out & About
Look out for playgroups and other social events to meet other mums and have a cuppa whilst your little ones learn to interact with other adults and children. Chatting with other mums who have ‘been there, done that’ will have a wealth of knowledge and information... read more »
Feeding Tips for Care-Givers
For those times when a family member, friend or childminder is looking after your baby you will want to know that it will be a happy experience for both of them. The methods for feeding babies may have changed and feeding a breastfed baby with expressed breastmilk... read more »
Sore Nipples
Many mothers report nipples to be sore and tender at first. Don’t panic if this happens to you, it is quite a common challenge that mums face, with 80-95% of mums experiencing some degree of nipple soreness. It’s often associated with poor positioning and attachment,... read more »
Mastitis
Symptoms of Mastitis: develop a sore, hard lump in your breast feel unusual warmth in an area of your breast notice redness and soreness in this area experience general lumpiness after feeding feel... read more »
Breastfeeding In Public
Breastfeeding in public can be a daunting thought for any breastfeeding mum. It can be very scary to get your breasts out in front of a friend, relative or in a public place such as a café. However, you can discreetly and easily breastfeed your child in public,... read more »
Latching On Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vhg72pOVWiU Making sure you achieve a comfortable and correct latch for you and you baby is essential to supporting your breastfeeding journey. Tips: Make sure baby's chest rests against... read more »
Engorgement, Blocked Ducts and Mastitis
It is normal for your breasts to become fuller and in many cases uncomfortable when your milk ‘comes in’ from day 2-5 after birth. If breasts become uncomfortably engorged and this isn’t alleviated through feeding or expression, this can lead to blocked ducts... read more »
Breastfeeding Hurdles
Breastfeeding is natural, but it does not come naturally for everyone. It is very common to have some early challenges. Here are a few of the most common early hurdles so you know what to watch for and how to overcome them. Plugged/Blocked Ducts A plugged... read more »
Breastfeeding and Teething
The newborn period is over and hopefully you and your baby’s breastfeeding relationship is working well for both of you. The first year seems to be whizzing by...suddenly your baby starts drooling and nights seem more of a challenge again. Could this be teething?... read more »
Baby’s First Cuddle – Skin to Skin
You are looking forward to seeing and holding your baby. The first contact between you and your baby is such an important one. It should last for as long as you want it to and at least until after your baby’s first breastfeed. After your long journey to meet... read more »
