Like many moms, I vowed to exclusively breastfeed for six months. Spoiler alert: I didn’t make it! By month five, my milk supply couldn’t keep up with her growing appetite, especially during those dreaded cluster feeds. So, I reluctantly entered the world of baby formula, hoping for a quick and easy solution. Turns out, finding […]
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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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Understanding Your Baby’s Milk Intake As a new parent, one of the most common concerns is whether your baby is getting enough milk. Breastfed babies have varying needs, and understanding these can help you ensure your baby is well-nourished. Typical Breastmilk Intake by Age Here is a Milk Calculator for the exclusively breastfed baby. Here’s
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Personal Story Introducing the bottle was such a relief! Someone else could help taking over the feeding task! When I started bottle feeding, I followed the recommendation to wait until my baby was at least four weeks old. On my registry, I had included large 8oz bottles with level 1 flow nipples. However, I soon
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I know that everything can feel very overwhelming for a FTM (first time mom). But don’t worry I got your back. Here is the quick starting guide into becoming a mom.
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What Size for the Pump Flanges Should You Choose? Selecting the correct flange size for your breast pump is crucial for comfort and effective milk expression. When I first started pumping, I made sure to choose a pump that met all my needs for efficiency, portability, and comfort. I chose Spectra S1. Read more about
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I personally chose to use a hospital-grade pump, and I’m glad I did. Especially if you choose to keep up your milk supply and want to wake up during the night, you want the job to be done quickly. My criteria were: portable (so I can pump in bed or in the car without looking
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The article below addresses actively breastfeeding moms. Introducing bottle feeding while you are actively breastfeeding can be a crucial step in your baby’s feeding journey. Whether you plan to return to work, share feeding duties with a partner, or simply want some flexibility, knowing when and how to start bottle feeding is important. Here’s a
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I decided not to buy a milk warmer. I didn’t want to wake up several times in the middle of the night to warm up milk while my baby was screaming. So, I started giving her cold milk, and to my surprise, she didn’t mind at all. This decision saved us a lot of headaches
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