Cluster feeding occurs most often in newborns, although older babies may exhibit cluster feeding behaviors during growth spurts and teething. It usually tapers off around the 3-4 month mark for most babies. It is a time in which your new baby will exhibit differently than normal feeding patterns. Newborns eat a lot, so don’t be …
Important Breastfeeding Tips for New Mothers
Breastfeeding is a magical time for new mamas and their babies. If you’re a new mother, learning important breastfeeding tips for new mothers and educating yourself prior to the delivery of your baby is critical. This can drastically increase the likelihood of making it past the first week, and having a successful and healthy start! …
Signs Your Baby is Getting Enough Breast Milk
There are common signs that lactation professionals and pediatricians use to determine if your baby is getting enough breast milk. As a breastfeeding mama, it is helpful for you to know these too. Knowing these signs or doing your own assessment, does not replace seeing a lactation specialist or pediatrician. If you have any doubts, …
10 Reasons Why Breastfeeding is Best
10 Reasons Why Breastfeeding is Best As a newly pregnant mother, you often hear different ideas about how you should feed your baby. People may even ask you what your plans are for feeding him/her. Unfortunately, in the United States especially, we live in a bottle feeding society. We don’t watch women breastfeeding their children …