Advantages and Benefits
New moms are some of the busiest people in the world – there never seems to be enough hours in the day. Anything that a busy breastfeeding mom can do to save time is worth considering.
Problems
If your baby cries for a long time with a red face, clenched fists, and hard belly, he or she probably suffers from colic.
Problems
Why do some women feel that not being able to breastfeed is a failure? Motherforlife.com investigates the issue.
Tips and Advice
Being a new mom takes you on an adventure that is full of surprises and challenges. If you have chosen to breastfeed your baby, you’re probably looking forward to a positive experience, filled with special moments between you and your little one.
Withdrawal
Ready to go from the bottle to the sippy cup? We explain how to proceed and give you tips so you can make this a smooth transition for your baby.
Quantity and Frequency
Your baby seems hungry and you think you are not producing enough milk? Here are some tips to help you determine if that is really the case and if so, how to find a solution.
Problems
You’ve been breastfeeding and it’s been going well. Overnight, your baby refuses to nurse. You think they might be weaning, but what if it’s just a nursing strike?
Tips and Advice
You love to breastfeed and know all the benefits of breastmilk, but want to take a break from breastfeeding sometimes. Or perhaps you are an exclusive breast pumping mom whose baby for one reason or another cannot feed on the breast.
Current Events
One of the best ways to get breastfeeding support is to work with a Lactation Consultant.
Diet During Breastfeeding
For the first six months of life, a baby does not need any food or drink other than breastmilk. However, around six months of age, babies tend to become curious about solid food.
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Current Events
Dear Baby,
It’s past midnight. I’ve been standing by your crib, taking slow breaths so as to not wake you up. Watching every tiny movement you make, trying hard to relax. I tell myself that we are both doing ok.
Current Events
Unfortunately, we still read and hear about moms who had a really difficult time breastfeeding with their first baby. This could involve anything from not mastering breastfeeding in the first few days to ongoing breastfeeding problems or worries about low milk supply.
