Set up conditions where your child can learn Do not try to potty train an infant Read Books about Potty Training Take your child to the potty when you go to the potty Skip the pull ups. Skip the treats and celebrate with clapping but also celebrate other things. Start with naked potty training, then […]
Spectra: Spectra offers several different pumps. The spectra S1, S2 and the S9 we will be discussing in this article. Spectra parts are expensive compared to other pumps. S9: This Pump isn’t as strong as the S2 but is still a strong hospital grade pump. It’s great for pumping on the go because it fits in […]
What is pace feeding and why is it done? Pace feeding is a way to mimic feeding the infant directly from the breast. You (mama, caregiver, etc) control how much the baby eats so they don’t over eat and stretch their stomach.
Le Leche League International http://llli.org/ International Lactation Consultant Association http://ilca.org/ United States Lactation Consultant Association https://uslca.org/resources/find-a-lactation-consultant-map#!directory/map Breastfeeding USA https://breastfeedingusa.org/ Kellymom How can I find breastfeeding help? (Resources) Lactation Consultants of Great Britain Find an IBCLC Lactation Consultants of Australia & New Zealand http://www.lcanz.org/
Breastfeeding and birth control: What you need to know Many women believe birth control will lower milk supply, or not work effectively due to breastfeeding. These are common misconceptions. In actuality, there are many safe, effective options of birth control for breastfeeding women. Breastfeeding also reduces the chance of pregnancy. Progestin-only birth control contraceptives will […]
Is it Post Partum Depression, Post Partum Psychosis or The Baby Blues? Baby Blues It is normal for women to feel weepy or moody shortly after giving birth. Symptoms of Baby Blues: Mood swings Anxiety Sadness Irritability Feeling overwhelmed Crying Reduced concentration Appetite problems Trouble sleeping Baby blues should only last a few days to a […]
Many well being friends and family members are telling you to let your baby cry it out. They say if you don’t your child will be spoiled. Your child is manipulating you. Walking away for a few minutes so you can collect your self because your feeling over whelmed is not Cry It Out. An […]
“I don’t want that.” The last thing you want to hear at meal time is your child tell you that they don’t want something to eat that you made for them. They could just shake their head no or outright tell you. No matter how they tell you it’s your job as the parent to […]
Many mamas would like to have a drink while breastfeeding and are told they need to pump and dump. Pumping and dumping does not get alcohol out of your breast milk faster and is also a waste. If you don’t feel comfortable feeding baby after drinking use the milk for a bath, lotion or breast milk […]