Breastfeeding

As a mother that really struggled with breastfeeding I really take my hat off to the moms that have managed to breastfeed for a long period of time. Any mother that manages to breastfeed until her child self weans is a hero in my eyes. With my first daughter breastfeeding …

A perfect and comfortable breastfeeding chair is one of the musts to have accessory in the nursery that no one can deny of this. It offers you a higher level of comfort while feeding by providing you different position settings along with rocking features as well. If you are going …

Food and drink restrictions while pregnant are normal and expected. But how about after the little one arrives? After 9 good months of deprivation and caution, can you actually go back to your normal eating/drinking life? Most pregnant women pay attention to anything they take; wondering if that tiny bite …

Being a mother is one of the most wonderful feelings of the world. When you take on this responsibility, you need to be very careful because a life is totally dependent on you for everything. One of the biggest responsibilities you have as a new mother is to breastfeed your …

Before we have a look at the best organic nipple creams available on the market, we need to share a few tips on what you can do to avoid or minimise cracked and painful nipples. Many Moms dread those fussy and hungry noises their new born makes when she get’s …

Breastfeeding (when you can get it right) can be the most amazing bonding experience for a mother and baby. While you really don’t need a thing to breastfeed your baby there are some super useful products out there that can make it so much easier for mommy to breastfeed her …

Moms that are breastfeeding should consider looking at breastfeeding superfoods – these are foods that are good for your baby, give mom energy and help to increase the quality and supply of your breast milk. All foods or drinks that are consumed in large quantities can pass through the breast …

Breastfeeding is considered the most nutritious, protective, and natural way to feed a baby. It’s a ready supply of all the food and drink a baby needs for around the first six months of their life. It’s specially created with the exact right blend of nutrients for the baby. It’s …

If you plan on breastfeeding your baby you need to start preparing yourself mentally and physically for it. Breastfeeding does not come naturally to all women, in fact a lot of women struggle with breastfeeding successfully. Of course there are many places to look for breastfeeding tips. There are many …

When it comes to nipple care for breastfeeding moms, there are a few tips and tricks that you can apply to avoid experiencing broken and bleeding nipples when breastfeeding your baby. Nursing shouldn’t be painful and having broken and bleeding nipples are not a normal side effect of breastfeeding. The …

Mastitis refers to inflammation of breast tissue which can sometimes also involve an infection. It is quite common for breastfeeding women to get mastitis (called lactation or puerperal mastitis). Lactation mastitis can be caused by blocked milk ducts, engorgement or milk that remains in the breasts after nursing. Mastitis can …

If mommy to be plans to breastfeed her baby then breastfeeding gifts that will help her with her breastfeeding journey as well as motivate her when she is feeling down will be the perfect baby shower gifts for your loved one. Breastfeeding is not always easy and anything that can …

Breastfeeding can be an amazing experience but unfortunately it does not come easily to a lot of new moms. You and your baby may take to breastfeeding naturally with no difficulties at all, or you may be one of the unlucky moms and problems with latching, painfully sore nipples and/or …

A few years ago I shared on my blog the Jungle Juice Recipe that I was using for increasing my energy as a new mom and also to help me increase my breastmilk supply. Some moms have asked me about a jungle juice recipe using Rooibos so I have scouted …

Breastfeeding is vital to a baby’s health and is the most natural way of nourishment as well. However, it can be quite an uphill task for a first-time mom that is still not acclimated with the process.  If you are a new mom or want to brush up your knowledge …

Everyone agrees that breastfeeding for infants is much better than other sources of milk. This is mostly because it is a natural source of nutrients that come from the body of a mother unlike most other milk sources that have been processed and may already contain chemicals not naturally found …

When it comes to caring for your baby, you will need to make sure he’s fed with healthy breast milk for him to gain weight and grow. While breast milk is all natural, there will be times that it has different colours, and that may cause new moms to worry! …

Maybe you’ve heard about all the surprising alternative uses of breast milk (besides as a baby beverage), from fighting off ear infections to healing eczema, but have you heard that you can also use your breast milk as the centerpiece for some truly stunning jewelry? Yes! This is real! Now …

I am a first time mommy of the age of 25 and when I was pregnant I was determined to breastfeed. I thought breastfeeding was plonking the baby on the breast and that’s it. Ha! Little did I know! I tried to prepare myself as best I could. I read …