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A Healthy Home for Your New
October 12, 2022
Infant

A Healthy Home for Your New Baby

Healthy takes on a whole new meaning when you have a newborn! Babies can get sick more easily because their immune systems are still developing. This is why it’s important to be especially careful during the first six to eight weeks of your baby’s life. THE SECRET TO A HEALTHY LIFE IS IN YOUR HANDS […]

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Bye Bye Bottle!
September 28, 2022
Infant

Bye Bye Bottle!

Sooner or later, the time will come to wean your baby. Whether your baby is chest-fed or bottle-fed, making the big change to your baby’s mealtime can be exciting and nerve-wracking, but it doesn’t have to be stressful. Read on to learn how you and your baby can have a smooth transition off the bottle! […]

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Keep Calm if the Crying Carries
September 14, 2022
Infant

Keep Calm if the Crying Carries On

The crying…the sleepless nights…the constant diaper changes…caring for a baby is a lot of work! Sadly, frustration and fatigue can push some caregivers to their limit, leading them to physically hurt their babies. Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS) is the leading cause of child abuse death in the United States, with one out of four shaken […]

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Eat This, Not That: A Guide
August 17, 2022
Infant

Eat This, Not That: A Guide to Baby Food

Starting to feed solids to your baby can be both exciting and scary. As a parent, it’s important to know what foods are safe to give to your baby depending on their age and development. It’s not always about your child’s age, but more so about their skills. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, […]

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Diapering: What’s All the Stink About?
July 20, 2022
Infant

Diapering: What’s All the Stink About?

How can such a beautiful bundle of joy produce such stinky, leaky and explosive diapers?! Changing diapers is a big part of taking care of your baby and although it’s often messy, it can also be a time for bonding! Whether you choose cloth or disposable diapers, your baby will go through a lot of […]

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Baby on the Move: Safety Matters
July 6, 2022
Infant

Baby on the Move: Safety Matters

As your baby nears their six-month “birthday”, they will begin crawling, playing with toys, and eating solid foods. Reaching new milestones can be fun for both of you, but can also expose your baby to new dangers in the home. Here are some tips to keep your baby safe as they start to get on […]

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Hey Baby, We Need to Talk
June 8, 2022
Infant

Hey Baby, We Need to Talk

Even if they haven’t said them out loud yet, your baby has already learned new words. Whenever you talk to your baby, you’re helping them understand what different words mean and how to use them to communicate. In fact, you’re making your baby smarter just by talking to them! Knowing how to use words will […]

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Shh… Baby is Sleeping, for Now
May 11, 2022
Infant

Shh… Baby is Sleeping, for Now

SHH… Baby is Sleeping, for Now As a new mom, I thought I would never get a full night’s sleep again. It seemed as soon as I would get to sleep, the fussing and crying would start. But, eventually, I got a full four hours of sleep in a row and it was amazing! I […]

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The Complete Guide to Starting Baby
April 27, 2022
Infant

The Complete Guide to Starting Baby on Solids

The time has come to start your baby on solids. What age is best? Is rice cereal needed? And what about baby-led weaning? We’ve got the answers (and more) in our complete guide to feeding your baby. Most babies are ready to start solid foods around 6 months of age. If your baby is able […]

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Teaching Your Baby How to Drink
April 6, 2022
Infant

Teaching Your Baby How to Drink from a Cup

When your baby turns six months, it’s a good time to start thinking about teaching them to drink from a cup. Why now? It strengthens their mouth muscles for talking and develops their hand-to-mouth coordination skills. If you start this process too late—after eight months, you may find it harder for your baby to accept […]

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Choosing Day Care
March 9, 2022
Infant

Choosing Day Care

If you are returning to work or school after you have your baby, chances are that finding day care is on the top of your to-do list. As a parent, it’s up to you to find a caregiver you trust who knows how you want your baby fed and taken care of while you’re away. […]

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    Side-Lying Hold

    1. For the right breast, lie on your right side with your baby facing you.
    2. Pull your baby close. Your baby’s mouth should be level with your nipple.
    3. In this position, you can cradle your baby’s back with your left arm and support yourself with your right arm and/or pillows.
    4. Keep loose clothing and bedding away from your baby.
    5. Reverse for the left breast.

    This hold is useful when:

    • You had a C-section
    • You want to rest while baby feeds
    • You are breastfeeding in the middle of the night
    • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
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    Cross-Cradle Hold

    1. For the right breast, use your left arm to hold your baby’s head at your right breast and baby’s body toward your left side. A pillow across your lap can help support your left arm.
    2. Gently place your left hand behind your baby’s ears and neck, with your thumb and index finger behind each ear and your palm between baby’s shoulder blades. Turn your baby’s body toward yours so your tummies are touching.
    3. Hold your breast as if you are squeezing a sandwich. To protect your back, avoid leaning down to your baby. Instead, bring your baby to you.
    4. As your baby’s mouth opens, push gently with your left palm on baby’s head to help them latch on. Make sure you keep your fingers out of the way.
    5. Reverse for the left breast.

    This hold is useful when:

    • Your baby is premature
    • Your baby has a weak suck
    • Your baby needs help to stay latched
    • Your baby needs extra head support
    • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
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    Clutch or “Football” Hold

    1. For the right breast, hold your baby level, facing up, at your right side.
    2. Put your baby’s head near your right nipple and support their back and legs under your right arm.
    3. Hold the base of your baby’s head with your right palm. A pillow underneath your right arm can help support your baby’s weight.
    4. To protect your back, avoid leaning down to your baby. Bring baby to you instead.
    5. Reverse for the left breast.

    This hold is useful when:

    • You had a C-section
    • You have large breasts
    • You have flat or inverted nipples
    • You have a strong milk let-down
    • You are breastfeeding twins
    • Your baby likes to feed in an upright position
    • Your baby has reflux
    • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
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    Cradle Hold

    1. For the right breast, cradle your baby with your right arm. Your baby will be on their left side across your lap, facing you at nipple level.
    2. Your baby’s head will rest on your right forearm with your baby’s back along your inner arm and palm.
    3. Turn your baby’s tummy toward your tummy. Your left hand is free to support your breast, if needed. Pillows can help support your arm and elbow.
    4. To protect your back, avoid leaning down to your baby. Instead, bring your baby to you.
    5. Reverse for the left breast.

    This hold is useful when:

    • Your baby needs help latching on
    • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
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    Laid-Back Hold

    1. Lean back on a pillow with your baby’s tummy touching yours and their head at breast level. Some moms find that sitting up nearly straight works well. Others prefer to lean back and lie almost flat.
    2. You can place your baby’s cheek near your breast, or you may want to use one hand to hold your breast near your baby. It’s up to you and what you think feels best.
    3. Your baby will naturally find your nipple, latch, and begin to suckle.

    This hold is useful when:

    • Your baby is placed on your chest right after birth
    • You have a strong milk let-down
    • You have large breasts
    • You and your baby are comfortable in this position