Breastfeeding is a natural phenomenon, it’s an art and you can master it by trying, practicing, and time. It’s easy and convenient. It provides several benefits for both the mother and the newborn including nutrition, immunity, and bonding. It is the most recommended way to nourish your little one, especially the first 180 days of […]
Let’s discuss the importance of breastmilk as the first immunization and the benefits it provides to your baby’s health. Breastmilk composition – what’s in your breastmilk? The composition of breastmilk changes throughout the day and over time to meet the changing needs of the growing infant. The composition of breastmilk includes macronutrients such as proteins, […]
What is human milk donation? Human milk donation is the act of providing breast milk from a lactating mother to a baby who is not her own. The donated milk is typically collected and stored by a milk bank or milk donation program, which screens donors for health risks and pasteurizes the milk to ensure […]
As a mother, you know the magic of your touch on your baby’s skin. But did you know that your milk is also powerful beyond measure? Donating breast milk can be a gift of life to many premature and sick infants who would not have access to human milk otherwise. Here are some of the […]
You most likely don’t have a time frame in mind for how long you’ll breastfeed when you begin. You’re just trying to get through the long nursing sessions, painful nipples, and lack of sleep. Your major objective is probably to master nursing while maintaining your sanity. As the baby begins solid meals, you continue to […]
Pregnancy is a beautiful journey for a mother as with each day she witnesses the life’s miracle of a lovely little human growing inside her. Although normally growth of a baby takes a minimum of 37 weeks of pregnancy but at times the baby is born sooner and needs special care and attention. This is […]
Losing a loved one is hard and more so when someone loses their child. It is usually a fun and exciting phase for expectant or new parents, but there are times when this happy journey turns into a nightmare due to pregnancy or infant loss. Each couple has their own unique way to grieve and […]
Breastfeeding is a beautiful phase of the amazing journey of motherhood and every mom wants to enjoy and cherish these special moments throughout her life. Breastfeeding comes with its own share of ups and downs. After breastfeeding your baby for the first six months, the thought of going back to work and not being able […]
Mastitis is the inflammation of the breast that may be accompanied by infection. It is usually caused by a blocked milk duct, but it can also be caused by bacteria such as Staphylococcus Aureus (Staph). Mastitis is more common in the lactational phase affecting one in five breastfeeding women. 74% to 95% cases of mastitis […]
Breastfeeding during the cold winter months presents some unique challenges for new moms. Removing jackets or sweatshirts to allow babies access to mom’s breasts exposes moms to the cold temperatures. This can be minimized by mom layering her clothing or choosing a long-sleeved nursing top, zip-up sweatshirt, or button-up sweater to wear. Babies can be […]
