Even though breastfeeding is the most natural act of motherhood, it is not easy. At least, it wasn’t for me.
Tongue tie, overactive letdown, supply issues…you name it we had it! The posts below are dedicated to the tips and products that made my breastfeeding journey just a little bit easier.
Mama, I’ve been in your shoes. I know how every nursing session can be a struggle.
Let me tell you, you can get through this and it is worth it! I hope these posts give you the encouragement and information you need to keep going strong.
Breastfeeding Tips
5 Easy Tips to Ease Back Into Breastfeeding after Exclusively Pumping
Exclusively breastfeed is the best way to feed a newborn, but there can be several reasons why a new mom is unable to do so. A lot of babies struggle to latch onto the nipple for the first 10 months. Medical complications like inverted nipple, nipple trauma, plugged ducts also prevent new mothers from breastfeeding.…
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Best Nursing in Public Tips: How to Nurse in Public Without the Anxiety
At the beginning of my breastfeeding experience, I would have rather hidden away at home than risk nursing in public. The thought of exposing even a centimeter of my breasts (or receiving the inevitable criticism) terrified me. For the mamas that are confident enough to nurse without fear, I applaud you. For the women that…
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Undercover Mama Review {2020}: Review from a Pregnant Mom
Finding fantastic maternity outfits isn’t always easy. While popular retailers are finally rising to the occasion, many lines are overpriced or styled…weird. In the past, I’ve shopped at Amazon or discount retailers like Ross or Marshall’s. While it absolutely is possible to find great maternity outfits at these locations, it kind of feels like the…
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7 Essential Breast Pumping Tips for New Moms
Pumping breast milk is not going to be easy for the first few months but it’s definitely going to be rewarding. The experience varies from person to person. In my case, using a breast pump was a nightmare when I had my first baby. Fortunately enough, I became more patient, learned from my mistakes, and…
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How to Clear a Clogged Milk Duct in 3 Days or Less With This Effective Trick
Are you a mom suffering from a clogged duct that just doesn’t seem to want to clear? Or have you been suffering every few weeks with multiple clogs? Have you tried nursing or pumping and they just don’t seem to be going away? You are in good company. About two thirds of moms get clogs…
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5 Simple Ways to Avoid Nursing Neck Pain
You’ve mastered birth and now have a beautiful baby to cuddle and stare at. Now comes the challenge of breastfeeding. While this is a magical bond between you and your bundle of joy, it can be hard work. If you are anything like I was, it took some time for both of us to get…
Milkology Review (2024): Is The Ultimate Breastfeeding Class Worth It?
In this detailed Ultimate Breastfeeding Class review, we’ll go over the pros, cons, and content in the online breastfeeding class everyone is talking about.
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10 Hidden Tongue Tie Symptoms You Need to Know About
Two months. I can’t tell you how many times I considered giving up breastfeeding during that time. The teeth-grinding pain when my daughter nursed, her obvious frustration, and the constant battle between an overactive letdown and low milk supply had removed any joy from the act of breastfeeding. I spent the majority of it wondering…
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How to Breastfeed with an Overactive Letdown
A new mom’s worst fear is not being able to produce enough milk. So, suffering from an overactive letdown is probably the last thing you expected. As a new mom, an overactive letdown, or forceful letdown, was the bane of my existence. Between the constant messes, my baby’s gas, and public leaking humiliations, it was…
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The Best Lactation Recipes to Boost Your Milk Supply
Lactation recipes. The one time you’re allowed—no, encouraged—to indulge in delectable treats at 2:30 in the morning. The internet is stocked with lactation recipes of all sorts. Unfortunately, some tend to be less than delicious. Do you know what I’m talking about? You find a recipe that looks good but tastes like cardboard? Ugh! Well,…
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