Breastmilk is the original superfood. Breastmilk fed babies have higher IQs, lower rates of food sensitivities, allergies, ear infections, obesity, and overall illnesses. But for mamas who pump and store their breastmilk in the freezer, it can be a huge inconvenience having to work around storage times, refrigeration and babies who just won’t take a bottle anymore. This is where freeze drying your breastmilk can be a real lifesaver.
Read MoreBreast milk is often referred to as "liquid gold" due to its exceptional nutritional composition and numerous health benefits for infants. However, there are situations where a mother may be unable to breastfeed her child. In such cases, donor human milk offers a remarkable alternative that can provide vital nourishment and support optimal growth and development. The World Health Organization, Health Canada, and the Canadian Pediatric Society recommend exclusive breastfeeding for six months, with continued breastfeeding in addition to solid foods for at least 2 years. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of donor human milk and its significance in improving health outcomes.
Read MoreBreastfeeding is a beautiful, natural, and effective way to provide optimal nutrition to your baby. However, one of the most common concerns that new mothers have is whether their baby is getting enough milk during a feeding. Since breast milk is not measured like formula, it can be difficult to know if your baby had enough to eat. Fortunately, there are several signs that can help you determine if your baby had enough to eat after breastfeeding.
Read MoreBreastfeeding is a natural and beneficial way to feed infants. Breast milk contains a unique combination of nutrients, immune system components, and growth factors that help support the growth and development of the infant. Breast milk is not a uniform substance, and its composition can change over time and within a single feeding. Foremilk and hindmilk are two terms that are often used to describe the composition of breast milk and the stages of a feeding.
Read MoreThe problem with breastfeeding pillows is they can either be super helpful or super unhelpful when trying to achieve a good latch.
There are so many different kinds of breastfeeding pillows on the market, that it’s really difficult to know which one is the best fit for you and your baby. Some Mamas have long torsos or short torsos, or big babies or really small babies and it’s not one size fits all!
Read MoreLast week, I posted a blog about helpful ways to increase your milk supply if you are struggling with production. This week’s blog hits on another common breastfeeding issue-oversupply. Mothers that experience oversupply or OAMER (overactive milk ejection reflex) can be just as stressed and worried about this issue as a mama with low milk supply. It is not uncommon for milk to let down quickly sometimes spraying everywhere! Babies can get fussy while breastfeeding, may be gassy, and sometimes become snackers.
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