What is Twiddling? The dictionary says that to twiddle is to, "twist, move, or fiddle with (something), typically in a purposeless or nervous way." So what does that mean when it relates to breastfeeding? The truth about twiddling while nursing is that, across the board, moms seem to have a love/hate relationship with it. That is because when a nursling twiddles, it typically means that they are poking, pinching or playing with the nipple opposite the one they are nursing on. Why do Babies Twiddle? Interestingly, it's very difficult to find any literature about the physiological reason for twiddling. A google search will find you … [Read more...]
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Should I Let Baby Nurse To Sleep?
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Sleep. Babies and sleep. Nursing and sleep. We spend so many minutes of so many hours of so many days worrying about sleep. How much we're getting and how much we're not getting. We listen to advice and we read books and we worry, worry, worry. Now, three babies in, I don't worry anymore - and I let my baby nurse to sleep. Is It Ok to Let Baby Nurse to Sleep? I know this is a very polarizing subject. Many moms choose not to allow this habit to begin. Many use it as a powerful tool. Many have babies that can't or won't fall asleep at the breast! But for me, letting my baby nurse to sleep has been a gift. When Ronan, my oldest, was a … [Read more...]
Can I Drink Caffeine While Breastfeeding?
"Can I really drink caffeine while breastfeeding?" Here, hold on—let me put down my coffee while I answer this. The short and easy answer is yes, you can. The long answer gets a little more involved, and requires you pay attention to your intake and your baby's behavior. Only you will know your and your baby's limits. Many mommies can't imagine starting their morning without a beloved cup of tea or coffee. Perhaps you drink a soda in the afternoon for a quick pick-me-up. Whatever your reason, it's important to know how caffeine may affect your child through you. Factors that affect how your baby handles caffeine while … [Read more...]
Why Do I Nurse?
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Have you ever stopped to think about why it is that you want to breastfeed? Asked yourself, "Why do I nurse?" I have asked this of myself so many times; what is it inside of me that drives me to nurse my babies, to nourish them with my body and my heart? Why is it that I love to breastfeed? I nurse because... I nurse because of the look in his eyes. I nurse because of the pride and the strength that comes from feeding my baby with my own body. I nurse because of the protection it gives him. I nurse because of the tiny fingers that hold on for dear life, and find comfort there. I nurse because my milk is his … [Read more...]
