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….
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…
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…
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…
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…
Breastfeeding is a beautiful bonding time between you and your baby…unless you hate it. Can I be brutally honest? At first, I hated breastfeeding. Hated it. It hurt, it was boring, and it kept me from the actual activity I desperately wanted to participate in: sleep. Breastfeeding is hard. You have so much to learn…