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How Do You Breastfeed?

November 30, 2020 by Amanda, IBCLC

There is SO MUCH information on breastfeeding and the ideal way to latch the baby to the breast. There are programs and positions and videos and books. I’m going to let you in on a secret: there is no one right way to position your baby for a good latch. There are, however, a lot […]

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Nipple Pain: Common, Not Normal

September 12, 2020 by Amanda, IBCLC

sore nipples

The Early Weeks In the first two weeks, it’s normal to have tenderness. Your body is adjusting to nursing a baby and the changes that pregnancy and birth have brought. Sometimes there is pain when baby latches on initially, but this should dissipate after a few seconds. Nipple Damage With pain often comes damage. You […]

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Engorgement, Plugs, and Blebs

September 11, 2020 by Amanda, IBCLC

Engorgement What it is? This is what happens when your breasts are full and firm. It’s uncomfortable for sure and you may have difficulty getting baby latched on. It frequently happens in the early days as your milk transitions, or when you’ve gone too long between pumping or feeding. Part of it is fullness from […]

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What to Eat When You’re Breastfeeding

January 31, 2020 by Amanda, IBCLC

What to eat for breast milk supply

What can I eat and drink to make the best milk?  Well, the simple answer to that is: eat enough calories and drink to match your thirst.  If the answer is so easy, then why are there so many special breastfeeding diets advertised? There are so many supplements, teas, cookies, and drinks aimed at increasing […]

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Milky Myths: Part One

December 20, 2019 by Amanda, IBCLC

Lactation Myths

 What Do Lactation Consultants Really Do?      The majority of my work as an IBCLC (international board certified lactation consultant) is education.  The more we can arm a family with information, the better. As an IBCLC, I am an expert in lactation support and care of the breastfeeding family.  However, you are the expert […]

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Breastfeeding During Illness: What’s Ok to Take?

November 29, 2019 by Amanda, IBCLC

What is safe to take while breastfeeding?        Before pregnancy and breastfeeding we all tend to have our favorite remedies, whether prescribed, over the counter (OTC), herbal, or homeopathic.  Once a new little life is physically connected to us, things change. Now we need to consider if our favorites are safe. What questions […]

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