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Post"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
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
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
PostI love these Dad tips from @chroniclesofdaddy Remember though with point 2 not all…
I love these Dad tips from @chroniclesofdaddy Remember though with point 2 not all mums want to/can pump but it's certainly worth considering especially if you are struggling to get rest 💕 Daddy…
3 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
PostBreastmilk 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
PostProdomal labour also known as the latent phase or early labour can be a frustrating time
Prodomal labour also known as the latent phase or early labour can be a frustrating time. It's the time when your body is preparing for established (active) labour but doesn't always result in…
7 February 2022
PostIf you experience a very long labour that appears to be slowing down or simply not…
If you experience a very long labour that appears to be slowing down or simply not progressing, it could be down to several reasons. Perhaps the baby is not in the most optimal position to put…
6 September 2021
Post"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
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
PostSoon 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