Home Birth After a Previous Hospital Birth: What to Expect

Bringing a new life into the world is a deeply personal and transformative experience. For some mothers, the birth of their first child in a hospital setting may lead to a desire for a different birthing experience the second time around. If you’re considering a home birth after a previous hospital birth, you’re not alone. … Read more

The Key to Successfully Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding can be an important part of a baby’s development, providing essential nutrients and antibodies to help fight infections and diseases. However, the experience of breastfeeding can be difficult for many mothers, and it’s important to understand the key factors that can impact milk supply. A mother’s mental health, lifestyle choices, and breastfeeding techniques can … Read more

Breastmilk vs Formula: Which is Best for Your Baby’s Nutrition?

When it comes to feeding your baby, one of the key decisions you’ll face is whether to breastfeed or use formula. Both options have their advantages and considerations, and it’s important to make an informed choice that suits your baby’s needs and your lifestyle. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the topic of breastmilk … Read more

The Benefits of Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding is a natural and essential way to provide nutrients and immunity to your baby. The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of a baby’s life, followed by continued breastfeeding with the addition of solid foods until at least two years of age. The benefits of breastfeeding are numerous and … Read more

Is My Breast Milk Supply Decreasing?

This seems to be a big question in the due date and breastfeeding Facebook groups that I’m a part of. Most women believe if their breasts aren’t the size of basketballs and firm to the touch, that their breast milk supply could be in danger. Let’s start off on the topic of supply and demand. … Read more

3 Things No One Told Me About Breastfeeding

Three things no one told me about breastfeeding an supply

When it comes to breastfeeding, there truly is a learning curve. Many women work to overcome an abundance of obstacles. My blog post about breastfeeding difficulties highlights struggles many breastfeeding mothers face.  Breastfeeding is a full time job. If you choose to breastfeed for a full year, you could be spending up to 1,800 hours … Read more

5 Must-Eat Foods To Increase Your Breast Milk Supply

Plenty of mothers who are new to breastfeeding believe that they are not able to keep up with their baby’s demands. Especially in the early weeks. It is important to note that breast milk regulation can take up to 12 weeks (Source). There are some things to think about before trying to increase your supply … Read more

The Difficult Breastfeeding Journey

The first time I attempted to breastfeed was two years ago when I had my firstborn. It was the biggest challenge I’ve ever faced. I wrote an article about some things I was never told before I started breastfeeding. When people say breastfeeding is a full time job, they’re most certainly telling the truth. For … Read more