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    Nighttime Feedings Are Important

    Nighttime Feedings Are Important

    by Guest Contributor
    By: Sabrina Granniss, IBCLC   Are you nursing or pumping in the middle of the night? I know we all treasure our sleep, but for most women...
    Is It Possible To Make Your Breast Milk More Fatty?

    Is It Possible To Make Your Breast Milk More Fatty?

    by Guest Contributor
    Have you ever wondered exactly what is in breast milk, how it nourishes your baby, and whether you can increase the fat content of your milk? Brea...
    Guide for Keeping Your Baby's Belly Calm While Breastfeeding

    Guide for Keeping Your Baby's Belly Calm While Breastfeeding

    by Guest Contributor
    Nobody likes having an upset tummy, including your baby. When your baby has gas or constipation causing belly upset and discomfort, you want to ha...
    Latching 101 - Building blocks for successful latching & positioning

    Latching 101 - Building blocks for successful latching & positioning

    by Guest Contributor
    Authored by Sabrina Granniss, IBCLC.  Achieving an effective latch for your baby is a team effort. Your baby gives you cues for when they are re...
    Baby-led or Parent-led Weaning

    Baby-led or Parent-led Weaning

    by Guest Contributor
    The natural age of weaning is a debated topic. Historically, children were not weaned before 12-18 months old and not until at least 3 years old i...
    Feed on demand

    Feed on demand

    by Guest Contributor
    "Feed on demand" or "responsive feeding" refers to a feeding approach in which an infant or baby is fed whenever they show signs of hunger rather t...
    Breastmilk supply, stress, and superfoods

    Breastmilk supply, stress, and superfoods

    by Guest Contributor
    As a Registered Dietitian & Certified Lactation Consultant, I am always amazed at the Superhero moms’ abilities; tending to the little one's ev...
    Washing Pump Parts: Tips + Hacks

    Washing Pump Parts: Tips + Hacks

    by Guest Contributor
    Proper cleaning of your pump parts is essential to maintain the effectiveness and safety of your pump.  Here are some tips on how often you shoul...
    Has your supply regulated?

    Has your supply regulated?

    by Guest Contributor
    Somewhere around 4-6 weeks postpartum (potentially as late as 12 weeks), your milk supply will begin adjusting to meet your baby's needs. How much ...
    What is your magic number?

    What is your magic number?

    by Guest Contributor
    What’s your “magic number” of milk removals needed to maintain or increase your milk production? Check the breast milk production chart above. You...
    Power Pumping To Increase Milk Supply: What You Should Know

    Power Pumping To Increase Milk Supply: What You Should Know

    by Guest Contributor
    Power pumping and Cluster pumping can be tools in your toolbox for increasing your milk supply. There may be times during your nursing and pumping...
    Tips to Know Before Returning to Work After Baby

    Tips to Know Before Returning to Work After Baby

    by Guest Contributor
    Going back to work after having your baby is a big transition. Planning ahead by gathering information and some preparation will help set you up f...