When it comes to feeding your baby, having the right tools can make all the difference. Whether you are pumping, breastfeeding, or bottle feeding, these breastfeeding essentials help streamline the process, solve common issues, and make feeding easier. 1. Best Products for Pumping Top Breast Pumps Learn more about how to choose a pump between […]
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I started my postpartum weight loss journey with 30 pounds more than my pre-pregnancy weight. I lost about 10 pounds with the delivery, but then I knew I had to take action. I’m usually quite active, but I faced some significant challenges: diastasis recti that prevented me from doing abdominal exercises and a prolapse that
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When I first started breastfeeding, I experienced leaking in between feeds every time I delayed a feeding. In the beginning, I used disposable breast pads, which were incredibly useful when I was on the go. These pads absorbed the excess milk In the beginning, I used disposable breast pads, which were incredibly useful when I
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My Tip: Top it off from a bottle As a new mom, one of the biggest concerns I had was making sure my baby was getting enough milk from breastfeeding. In my quest to ensure she was well-fed, I tried various methods, and my ultimate way was to use a scale to weigh your baby
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When I was pregnant, I abstained from drinking entirely. After giving birth, I couldn’t wait to enjoy a glass of wine. However, after indulging in that first drink, I pumped and threw away the milk, feeling terrible about wasting it. I didn’t realize that alcohol in breast milk doesn’t last forever; it behaves similarly to
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“Every fed baby is a happy baby!” First and foremost, don’t stress if you can’t breastfeed. Nowadays, there are formulas that mimic breast milk almost 100% (-minus the antibodies). Here is a comparison table for you to choose the right formula for your baby. However, if you want to increase your milk supply, below are
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When I first started breastfeeding, I had no clue what I was doing. You would think it’s natural – you just put the baby there and boom, it happens. For the most part, yes, but guess what: baby is new to this too! You are both learning how to make it work. Every baby is
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