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GETTING BREASTFEEDING OFF TO A GOOD START

Breastfeeding has huge benefits for both mum and baby, but it does take time and practice to get established. Getting off to the best possible start can play a key part in your breastfeeding journey. BREASTFEED WITHIN THE FIRST HOUR OF BIRTH The period... Continue reading

Breastfeeding and Hypothyroidism: Understanding the Connection

Did you know that thyroid hormones play a role in the production of breastmilk? Breastfeeding is a critical and rewarding aspect of motherhood, providing numerous benefits for both the mother and the baby. However, for women with hypothyroidism, it can present some unique challenges... Continue reading

Unleashing the Power of Breastfeeding: A Guide to the Astonishing Benefits for Babies and Mothers

Breastfeeding is a remarkable process that provides numerous benefits to both the mother and the baby. Here are some amazing facts that you may not have known about breastfeeding: Baby’s Saliva is Absorbed: When a woman breastfeeds, the baby’s saliva is absorbed back into... Continue reading

Breastfeeding with Flat or Inverted Nipples: Tips and Strategies

Many women have naturally flat or inverted nipples, and this can make it more difficult to breastfeed. However, with the right support and resources, most mothers with flat or inverted nipples are able to breastfeed successfully What are flat or inverted nipples? Flat nipples... Continue reading

CAFFEINE AND BREASTFEEDING : DOES IT AFFECT THE BABY

Caffeine and Breastfeeding Caffeine appears within 15 minutes in your Breastmilk and it reaches maximum concentration in one hour . Only 1.5-3.2 % reaches the baby .Therefore moderate amount of caffeine is safe . That is about 200mg per day which is equivalent to... Continue reading

D-MER- Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex

D-MER- Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex Most women would describe breastfeeding as relaxing calming and enjoyable.However some mothers experience negative feelings during letdown . This is D-MER known as Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex. It may affect 9.1 % of breastfeeding women . These negative emotions... Continue reading

BREASTFEEDING AND WEIGHT LOSS

Can breastfeeding help you lose weight ? Even though breastfeeding consumes extra 400 -500 calories to help #breastmilk production you would think it would help you lose weight.That’s equivalent to 60 min of intense physical activity. However weight lose is not that clear cut... Continue reading

NURSING STRIKE

What’s a nursing strike ? A baby that has been breastfeeding/ chestfeeeding well suddenly refuses to nurse .It may last for a couple of days or a week and it is usually temporary Nursing strike happens so suddenly and most parents are frightened and upset... Continue reading