As a lactation consultant, my goal is to help new moms have the greatest chance of having breastfeeding success. While I am an advocate for
The first few days after giving birth can be such a blur. You’re tired, you’re bleeding, you’re sore. And on top of that, you’re trying
Through my experience as a mom and private practice IBCLC, latching is one of the biggest culprits behind breastfeeding problems. Attaining a proper breastfeeding latch
One of the biggest early breastfeeding problems for many new moms is when their newborn won’t latch. I’ve worked with countless mothers struggling with this,
Flat nipples are a variation in nipple shape where the nipple does not protrude significantly from the breast at rest, and it’s more flesh with
Many new families choose to use both bottles and breastfeed their babies. Combo feeding can be a great option when approached in the right way.
C-sections can cause problems with breastfeeding – however, most of them have solutions! Here are seven common breastfeeding problems after a c-section, along with what
Summer is quickly approaching! While breastfeeding can (and should!) be done year-round, there are a few adaptations you might want to consider as we approach
Most women recognize that breastfeeding changes your body and mind, but there are some surprising side effects some new moms experience that throw them for
If you’re a breastfeeding mom, you may be wondering if you should give your baby probiotics. After all, probiotics are great for adults— so they
