An oversupply of breastmilk, created by overstimulating the breast doing both breastfeeding and pumping, can be uncomfortable for both mother and infant. This letdown often crops up when the baby is between two weeks and three months old. It’s more often an issue with …
Some mothers might experience negative or intrusive thoughts toward breastfeeding, known as breastfeeding aversion and agitation (BAA). Being mad or sad while breastfeeding might slow their milk flow, but the milk and its nutritional properties remain intact. The best way to deal with agitation …
A baby pulls back into a shallow latch if you have a breastmilk letdown. When there is too much milk, it makes the baby swallow more. Thus, he pulls back to catch his breath and fusses in protest. A shallow latch is painful for …
You are not losing weight while breastfeeding because your body is biologically programmed to retain fat for the purpose. According to experts at WebMD, the body protects stored fat as a contingency in case mommy falls ill or is starved. Breastfeeding burns about 500 calories …
When deciding which breast pump to invest in, consider three important factors: warranty, milk flow, and hygiene. Both brands are highly recommended and designed to offer the best experience to the baby and mother. It will help if you compare each breast pumping machine’s …
Occasionally missing giving your baby Vitamin D drops is okay and will not hamper his health. Formula milk contains Vitamin D sufficient for the baby’s needs. However, breastfed babies may need additional supplements since breastmilk contains little Vitamin D and fluctuates according to the …
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