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Best Breast/Chest-feeding Positions
February 1, 2023
Women

Best Breast/Chest-feeding Positions

There is no right or wrong breast/chest-feeding position. However, there may be positions that are right or wrong for you and your baby. The best position is one that helps you get a good latch. A good latch should be comfortable for mom and allow baby to suck and nurse well.Use The Following Tips for […]

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Baby-Friendly: At the Hospital and Beyond
January 4, 2023
Women

Baby-Friendly: At the Hospital and Beyond

The Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) was created to promote better chest/breastfeeding practices and mom-baby bonding while in the hospital. As more and more hospitals attain the “Baby-Friendly” designation, your chances of delivering in a “Baby-Friendly” hospital are more likely. How do baby-friendly hospitals help moms? Baby-friendly hospitals help moms by: ✓ Encouraging and assisting moms […]

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Feeling the Burn? Get Heartburn Help
November 9, 2022
Women

Feeling the Burn? Get Heartburn Help Now!

Destiny loved wearing clothes to show off her baby bump. Her pregnancy was going great, except for the frequent heartburn. What Destiny didn’t know was her skinny jeans and tight tops could actually be making her heartburn worse! Destiny was ready to try anything because it seemed like no matter what she ate or drank, […]

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I Did it and So Can
September 21, 2022
Women

I Did it and So Can You! A Breastfeeding Story

“Yup there are two in there.” That’s what I heard during my ultrasound — the tech verified what was the most shocking news I’d ever received. This was right after he began asking “So who has twins in the family?” Worry mixed with extreme joy and of course the nausea from having double the morning […]

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Feeling Blue During Pregnancy
August 24, 2022
Women

Feeling Blue During Pregnancy

Everyone was so excited about Maria’s pregnancy… except Maria; all she felt was hopeless. She put on a smile and tried to get used to the idea of having a baby, but it was hard. In fact, Maria found she didn’t want to get out of bed in the morning. She didn’t feel like eating […]

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Losing the Baby Weight: Simple Ideas
August 10, 2022
Women

Losing the Baby Weight: Simple Ideas to Help You Reach Your Goal

Juggling a busy life with a newborn while trying to lose weight can be tough. Trying to find time to plan meals, grocery shop and cook can be difficult. You may find yourself comparing your body to other women who seem to bounce right back after having a baby. But rest assured: most moms do […]

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Back to Work: True Stories &
July 27, 2022
Women

Back to Work: True Stories & Helpful Tips

“I knew it would be hard to leave Nicole, but feeling guilty about going back to work made my decision to continue breastfeeding easier. Learning how to pump and how to establish my milk supply wasn’t as hard as I thought. My WIC peer counselor was very helpful and reminded me to keep nursing to […]

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Energy Boosters for New Moms
June 29, 2022
Women

Energy Boosters for New Moms

You may have heard the first 12 weeks after birth referred to as the fourth trimester. During this period your newborn baby learns to adjust to the world outside of the womb, and your body begins to return to its pre-pregnant self. There is no doubt you want to be the best parent you can […]

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Ashley’s Journey to Breastfeeding Success Even
May 25, 2022
Women

Ashley’s Journey to Breastfeeding Success Even with Allergies

Ashley’s Journey to Breastfeeding Success: Even with Allergies! Human milk is best for babies. The thing is, sometimes we face challenges that can make offering human milk hard or even impossible. We would like to share the story of Ashley, a first-time mom, and her journey with breastfeeding. Ashley had a great pregnancy with no […]

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Exercising in the First Trimester
April 13, 2022
Women

Exercising in the First Trimester

Regardless of your past exercise history, pregnancy gives you a great opportunity to start fresh. Forget the months or years you skipped out on exercise and focus now on incorporating a regular exercise routine into your schedule to get the most benefit for both you AND your baby. Taking care of you, which includes exercising […]

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Breastfeeding Myths and Truths
March 23, 2022
Women

Breastfeeding Myths and Truths

I’ve been helping women with breastfeeding questions and problems for over 20 years now and I have noticed that things have changed. Changed for the better! More moms want to try out breastfeeding and are looking for information and more moms are trying it and succeeding. Moms like you. There aren’t so many “wives tales” […]

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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