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Back to school
Back to school- “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!!!”, so says the Staples commercial. I have mixed feelings about back to school. I like having special time with my son, just the two of us, doing fun summery things, but then again, I also enjoy having time to myself. I try to think…
Pumping 101
Pumping is a great way to help increase your milk supply, but many Mamas don’t know when they should start pumping. The earlier a Mama starts pumping, the quicker your milk will come in and the quicker you will increase your milk supply. Remember milk supply works like the economy: more demand=more supply Who should pump?…
My breastfeeding journey
As World Breastfeeding Week comes to an end, I wanted to share my breastfeeding journey, so that other Mamas know that they aren’t alone. My breastfeeding journey was anything but easy. I breastfed my son every 3 hrs or more frequently, pumped after each feed and then topped him up with formula as needed. I…
World Breastfeeding Week
Aug 1-7 is World Breastfeeding Week. This year’s message is “Empower parents, enable breastfeeding”.⠀ I couldn’t agree more with this message. Studies show that the more support a Mama gets with breastfeeding, the longer she will breastfeed for. ⠀ ⠀ Many Mamas struggle alone with breastfeeding and end up quitting because they don’t have support.…
Power Pumping
Power pumping is one of the best ways to help increase your milk supply. Whether you are a new Mama needing to initially increase your supply, or you are a Mama who finds that her supply has decreased, power pumping is a great way to increase your supply. With power pumping you are mimicking cluster…
Make Mama’s Life Easier Giveaway
I’m so excited to share with you Mamas, my Make Mama’s Life Easier giveaway!!!! Since I’ve recently launched my new website, I thought it would be fun to do a giveaway and Mamas, this one is amazing. I have 18 prizes, valued at over $1000. Everything in the giveaway is designed to make your life…
What to do when baby’s latch hurts
Latch hurts? Nipple pain is one of the most common complaints from new mamas. It is very normal for them to be sore as you get comfortable with breastfeeding and your nipples adjust to their new role. When I work with new mamas for a breastfeeding consult, I describe nipple pain and latches that hurt…
Infant & Toddler Sleep Tips for the Time Change
Any time you lose sleep is not good, especially when it involves your baby/child losing sleep. The beginning and end of Daylight Savings is the bane of every parent’s existence!!! Check out my appearance on Global Morning News where I discuss tips and tricks to help your baby/child adjust to the time change easier: Good…
Sleep & Your Well-Being as a Mama
As Mamas, we know that some sleep deprivation comes with the territory. However, have you ever wondered what its impact is on your well-being? What can you do? The research on sleep, depression and motherhood: Studies show that Mamas that aren’t sleeping are 3 times more likely to develop postpartum depression/depression. The worse their quality…