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Reel0:28spoon feeding a newborn baby breastmilk
Spoon feeding is a gentle way to give a newborn small amounts of expressed colostrum or breastmilk if they are finding it hard to latch.
17 September 2025
Reel0:33Paced bottle feeding
Paced bottle feeding! You can do this regardless of whether the milk is breast or formula, it will still be beneficial. Controlling the flow of milk from a bottle can help your baby in…
1 March 2024
PostAs I sit here feeding my baby, my 2 year old is flying around the living room on a…
As I sit here feeding my baby, my 2 year old is flying around the living room on a scooter, trying to get in the drawers with the permanent markers, throwing his unfinished cereal around the place…
18 April 2019
CarouselIt's been one of those "thou shalt not let mummy move from the sofa or even fix…
It's been one of those "thou shalt not let mummy move from the sofa or even fix herself up" days today 🙄 literally stuck to me like glue feeding, playing and more feeding. Christmas tree is up…
10 December 2019
PostI had my first shift back at work today since giving birth
I had my first shift back at work today since giving birth. As I work in the community visiting postpartum women, I was shocked at the number of women who didn't understand the mechanics of…
5 May 2019
PostI did a breastfeeding Q & A in my stories back in September and received over 500…
I did a breastfeeding Q & A in my stories back in September and received over 500 questions. I posted this shortly after as one particular question came up multiple times: "What do I feed my…
4 December 2020
PostMost babies spit up a little milk from time to time, and it's usually nothing to worry…
Most babies spit up a little milk from time to time, and it's usually nothing to worry about. . If your baby's bringing up large quantities of milk after a feed they may have reflux (also known…
4 August 2020
CarouselRecognising dehydration in infants
Recognising dehydration in infants. As parents, we always strive to keep our babies healthy and happy, especially during the hot summer months. It's crucial to pay close attention to their…
6 June 2023
PostLove this post from @thebreastmilkqueen
Love this post from @thebreastmilkqueen • • • • • • Breastfeeding Vs Formula Feeding Mum Save + share y’all this is really important! Breastfeeding Mums 👉🏻 • Loves her baby • Has an…
3 February 2020
PostExpressing in hospital
Expressing in hospital Most babies are able to feed directly from the breast, but there are some circumstances when this may be difficult. If a baby is premature, is finding latching and sucking…
20 November 2021
PostWhen having your first baby, it's important to equip yourself with as much knowledge…
When having your first baby, it's important to equip yourself with as much knowledge as possible surrounding pregnancy, birth, feeding and baby care. This can be done via books, antenatal classes…
19 May 2019
Video4:11How To Hand Express Colostrum Your First Breastmilk | Midwife Marley
If you are having difficulty with latching and feeding your baby from the breast, hand expressing may help, especially in the early days when breast pumps aren't as effective.
2 October 2020
PostComments new mothers really don't need to hear
Comments new mothers really don't need to hear. Many mothers who formula feed report feeling presurised to breastfeed, or made to feel bad because they stopped due to lack of support to resolve…
24 November 2019
PostWhy do kids do this?
Why do kids do this? Your Dad is right there, go ask him 😂😂 It could be anything, not just food. At the moment his favourite thing is to ask me to get up to something when Im feeding the baby and…
28 April 2019
PostNearly 3 weeks old, still an absolute delight
Nearly 3 weeks old, still an absolute delight. I'm convinced it must be a girl thing as none of my 4 boys were ever this calm. She literally sleeps from one feed to the next only crying when shes…
12 February 2019
PostRp @thepregnancyculture
Rp @thepregnancyculture • • • • • Mastitis is a common disease during breastfeeding and lactation and can effect almost 1 in 3 women. Your breast/ breasts will start feeling hot, heavy and hard,…
15 January 2020
PostMany women are led to believe that her breasts have no milk in them until day 3-4 and…
Many women are led to believe that her breasts have no milk in them until day 3-4 and that their babies practically starve until then. After birth, breasts will have an early milk called…
22 February 2020
Post**TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL BREASTFEEDING**
**TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL BREASTFEEDING** Breastfeeding your baby is a wonderful but unique journey that a new parent will experience. Some babies just "get it" and jump straight onto the breast…
7 May 2021
PostJaundice is a condition that can affect anyone of any age but is more common in newborns
Jaundice is a condition that can affect anyone of any age but is more common in newborns. It's extremely common, affecting around 60% of newborns overall and 80% of premature babies. Jaundice…
16 May 2022
PostTo all those who had a tiresome night last night
To all those who had a tiresome night last night. I know your eyes are burning, you probably feel ready to throw up, are totally touched out and feel like your brain is a big mound of jelly. How…
10 May 2022
Post**BREASTFEEDING STRUGGLES**
**BREASTFEEDING STRUGGLES** . Being a midwife doesn't make me exempt from breastfeeding problems. You know all babies are different right? I have only ever had 1 baby that latched on like a dream…
21 July 2020
PostMany women will worry about breastfeeding after a c-section
Many women will worry about breastfeeding after a c-section. Although it can be trickier to breastfeed after a c-section due to discomfort from the incision, with the right support and…
28 July 2020
PostIncreasing milk supply
Increasing milk supply. If you ever feel like your breastmilk supply is dwindling, there are some things you can try to increase it. My number one favourites are increasing water intake to at…
22 February 2021
PostYes! your body will carry on making milk while you're pregnant, so you'll be…
Yes! your body will carry on making milk while you're pregnant, so you'll be able to breastfeed. whats more, its totally safe to do so. Some women however notice a reduction in their milk supply…
31 August 2020