Nursing mothers often have questions about various foods and drinks they should ingest while breastfeeding. Of course, new moms want to make sure that everything they put into their bodies is healthy for their babies. Included on the list of common queries is, “Can breastfeeding mothers drink green tea?” The answer is yes. For most … Read more
You’re a new mom who’s ready to shed those extra pounds you gained during pregnancy. Between the lack of sleep and the busy schedule that you’re on, you can’t always find the time to prepare healthy meals and snacks for yourself. These factors cause many new mothers to ask, “Are meal replacement shakes safe during … Read more
Your baby could pull away from your nipple while breastfeeding because of many reasons. However, you shouldn’t get worried or discouraged when this happens. As long as your baby’s steadily gaining weight and seems to be happy at the end of each feeding, they’re probably getting enough milk. Below, I will discuss some of the … Read more
After giving birth, your body is recalibrating itself. You’re losing water weight as well as ridding yourself of the bloating you may have had in your hands and feet while pregnant. In other words, you’re going through a process that can help you adjust to the new you. The whole process lasts for only a … Read more
New mothers have many questions, and understandably so! One of those questions is: can you consume magnesium while breastfeeding. The short answer is yes! In moderation, magnesium is good for you and your baby’s health. Your baby’s diet is dependent on the minerals, vitamins, and nutrients you consume. So, it’s highly important that you know … Read more
Milk is digested quickly, so babies need their food regularly. And frequent feedings help encourage your breast milk production during the first couple of weeks. You should breastfeed your baby between 8 and 12 times a day during the first month. When your baby’s about 1-2 months old, they probably will breastfeed between 7 and … Read more
Most mothers imagine themselves feeding their newborns directly at the breast while cuddling them in their arms. However, that’s not always how it goes for all moms. Many end up pumping either part or full time, and that’s completely fine! However, combining breastfeeding and pumping can be exhausting. Coming up with a schedule that will … Read more
If you have a reduced milk supply or just need some extra bottled milk, you’re probably wondering how to combine breastfeeding and pumping successfully. I will explain why combining breastfeeding and pumping is a good idea and share 10 tips if you do decide to try it. I will also list the possible downsides of … Read more
I love my coffee because it makes me feel more alert! It helps me get up in the morning, especially after becoming a full-time mother. Also, it helped me feel more awake when I hadn’t gotten much sleep because of my new baby. However, I’ve read somewhere that caffeine isn’t safe for breastfeeding, so I … Read more
All moms deserve gifts! Being a new mom is one of the hardest, and most demanding jobs on earth. So lets show a little appreciation for all new moms. So we’ve rounded up the best gifts for breastfeeding moms, and created a list of practical, helpful and thoughtful gifts that she will love and actually … Read more