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Many 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

Most 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

Yes!  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

When your child stops breastfeeding, you may find that some milk leaks from your…

When your child stops breastfeeding, you may find that some milk leaks from your breasts during the initial weeks. The leaking should subside after a month or so but you may be able to express the…

20 June 2022

Increasing 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

Unpacked formula milk scoop levelling

7 June 2024

Paced 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

I 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

Soon after the birth of your baby your breasts wake up!

Soon after the birth of your baby your breasts wake up! once the placenta is out, your brain informs your body that a baby has been born and its now time to increase milk supply. For the first few…

10 October 2019

Breastmilk supply....what worked for you?

Breastmilk supply....what worked for you? I found that when I had my first son, I had an over supply - more milk than my baby could handle. That didn't seem to follow with subsequent children…

22 March 2019

"I think my supply is dwindling!

"I think my supply is dwindling! I only managed to pump an ounce today" This is something I hear and read a lot, especially on social media. . First things first - Your pumping volume is not…

19 June 2020

Toxic erythema of the newborn (also known as erythema toxicum, erythema toxicum…

Toxic erythema of the newborn (also known as erythema toxicum, erythema toxicum neonatorum, milk spots, baby acne and newborn rash) is an extremely common rash seen in infants. It affects as…

31 May 2021

I first posted this last year and it still gets on my nerves

I first posted this last year and it still gets on my nerves. Why does an upright baby that can walk = cows milk in a cup? . The world health organisation recommends exclusive breastfeeding for…

17 September 2020

I love the posts on @lucy.ruddle.ibclc account 😂😂😂 "Still love you Daddy!

I love the posts on @lucy.ruddle.ibclc account 😂😂😂 "Still love you Daddy! Enough games already, Just gimme the milk!" • • • • • • . . . . . . . . .

19 November 2019

Creating the right environment in labour is key for the natural release of hormones

Creating the right environment in labour is key for the natural release of hormones. . Oxytocin: Promotes love, bonding and uterine contractions. Oxytocin is responsible for the ejection of milk…

6 April 2019

How 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

I 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

spoon 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

Expressing 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

To 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

"Breastfeeding causes saggy boobs" Heard this one before?

"Breastfeeding causes saggy boobs" Heard this one before? If you are concerned about breastfeeding for fear it will may your boobs droop, it's good to know that actually it's the amazing changes…

12 December 2020

Rp @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

How long to continue breastfeeding for is a personal decision for each family to make

How long to continue breastfeeding for is a personal decision for each family to make. The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding (i.e. no other fluids or solids) for six…

23 July 2019

Swipe for considerations 👉🏽

Swipe for considerations 👉🏽 Parents- if you're not ready for, or not feeling up to visitors, don't be afraid to say so. A simple " we're still settling in and will let you know as soon as we're…

15 April 2024