IB who? LC what? When it comes to breastfeeding, specifically breastfeeding problems, it's often recommended that you consult with an IBCLC. But what exactly IS an IBCLC and, more importantly, how...
Breast cancer. Chances are good that you know someone, directly or indirectly, who has been affected by it. Here's how to be 'breast aware' while you're breastfeeding. Because early detection...
There is one skill that can be tricky to learn, BUT if mastered, can be a total game changer for the breastfeeding mum. That skill is feeding in a baby carrier. We...
If you're a coffee drinker then you'll know there is nothing sweeter than that first cup of the day. For that matter, that second (and, ahem, sometimes third) cup is...
Breastfeeding and tooth decay. It's a controversial topic, especially for mamas who feed their little one to sleep or overnight and may have been told that doing so can lead...
Breastfeeding is a tough gig, there’s no doubt about it. Many of us assume that it will just come naturally. How hard can it be? Baby + boob = blissful...
There’s a WHOLE heap of reasons why breastmilk is sometimes referred to as ‘liquid gold’. Read our tips on unique ways you can use extra breastmilk.
When is a cookie not JUST a cookie? When it’s a bona-fide boobie filling lactation cookie, that’s when! As any mother will tell you, worrying about your breastmilk supply is...
Amberley Harris is Melbourne’s own Midwife/Breastfeeding Consultant extraordinaire, my interview with Amberley has left me so inspired and wanting to know more about her and the amazing work she does...
Finding the most natural positon and attachment for you, your breasts, your baby and your lifestyle can sometimes be a simple case of trial and error. We receive lots of...
One of the frequent concerns of new mums is whether they are producing enough breastmilk for their ravenous little bundle. Often an array of issues such as interrupted sleep, frequent...
Most women face challenges when learning to breastfeed and often for some time afterwards. Babies go through different developmental periods and can become fussy, mums can have physical concerns such...
There are many things that you may never have heard of, prior to becoming a mama, and 'latching', or more specifically 'a good latch' is probably one of them! So...
It can be really difficult as a mum to know what is ‘normal’ in terms of breastfeeding your baby. Often you worry that you’re not feeding them enough, they’re feeding...
Some babies (let's call them 'magical unicorns') will happily switch between breast and bottle with nary a whimper. So long as the milk is a-flowing, they'll be happy campers. We...
I’m having very mixed emotions. I didn’t think I’d wean my daughter until she was 18 months old. I assumed it would be a smooth and natural progression that would...
