Breastfeeding is surprisingly stressful. If you're anything like me, you probably expected it to be easy - after all, our ancestors have been doing it for thousands of years, so I assumed it would be instinctual. Not necessarily. Many new mothers struggle with breastfeeding; and one of the greatest concerns for breastfeeding mothers is low milk supply. There are many things a new mom can do to … [Read more...]
Reflections on Breastfeeding (The Second Time Around)
In a couple of weeks, my second child will be one years old, and sadly, I fear our breastfeeding relationship will be drawing to a close. It's not that I'm intentionally weaning her (toddler breastfeeding is amazing if you choose to do it), but rather my milk supply has taken a drastic drop since becoming pregnant again. We're supplementing her more and more with formula, and her intake of food is … [Read more...]
Pumping on the Go with the Motif Duo
Pumping can be a huge hassel. Set up time, pumping, take down time, cleaning, washing. Not to mention that even the most portable of breast pumps are still large enough to require their own bags. When I go to work, I'm usually toting at least 4 bags; my purse, my lunch bag, a milk cooler and a pump bag. I received the following product at no cost to facilitate my review; however all … [Read more...]
Nurse & Pump with Ease with the Belibea Nursing Bra
Breastfeeding is arguably one of the most natural things for your baby, so it comes as a surprise to many mothers (myself included) when things don't come so easily. Even though I had done a little reading and attended a La Leche League meeting with my first, I still experienced problems with nursing my little one. Cracked and painful nipples, milk supply, latch problems - you name it, and I … [Read more...]
Mommy & Me Giveaway (10/16-10/31)
I'm so excited to help promote this awesome giveaway for a nursing pillow and toddler pillow. A nursing pillow was one of our most used items when we had a newborn and I'd recommend it for any mama interested in nursing her little one. Mommy & Me Giveaway! Win a Nursing Pillow, Toddler Pillow & Book! Sponsored By: littlebeam Hosted … [Read more...]
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