Does Breast Milk Contain Lactose?

Does Breast Milk Contain Lactose?

The short answer is, Yes! Breast milk does contain around 7% lactose. Lactose is sugar (a carbohydrate) that is present in human milk as well as in all mammals’. Lactose has molecules called galactose and glucose in it and is found in a natural … Read more

Breast Milk Smells Like Eggs?

Breast Milk Smells Like Eggs?

A pumping mom may sometimes find a weird egg-like smell in her breast milk. But don’t worry, it hasn’t gone bad. Breast milk can be affected by your diet, medication, breastmilk storage techniques, or high lipase level. However, the milk is still safe for … Read more