If you are in the market for a breast pump, you may be overwhelmed with all of the types, prices, and styles on the market. Today I am going to do a review of the Medela Pump in Style. I hope you find it informative! Breastfeeding Pump Reviews - Medela's Pump in Style When I first purchased a breast pump, I purchased a hand pump, mostly because of the cost. It was well under $100.00, and I was hoping that it would do the trick. I am kind of old-school. For example, I like to write on a large calendar, rather than create one online, read my news from a newspaper rather than an app, and I thought a manual breast pump would be for … [Read more...]
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Domperidone for Breastfeeding – Is It Safe?
You're ready to throw in the towel. You dread attempting to feed your sweet precious baby you've longed for. Breastfeeding makes you feel like a failure like nothing else in life ever has. Sound familiar? Many moms (including myself!), struggle with low supply for one reason or another. Sometimes it's recommended to use domperidone for breastfeeding because many claim it increases supply. Does it? Is it safe? Grab a piece of chocolate - or some wine if you're dairy-free - and let's pretend we're having a chat away from screaming babies. It's all gonna be ok, mama. I promise. Domperidone for Breastfeeding - Is It Safe? What Is … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Failure
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While I was pregnant, I decided I was going to breastfeed my son no matter what. I actually was so worried about him latching when they first handed him to me that I kind of missed the moment of taking in the new life before me. I desperately wanted to breastfeed my child and was so worried I would be a breastfeeding failure. It took almost three days before my son finally latched and started to breastfeed successfully. I still remember the excitement in the moment of him latching and actually sucking. I thought we were finally going to make it and everything would be a piece of cake heading forward. But then a few weeks after we got … [Read more...]
Fairhaven Health Nursing Mothers’ Giveaway!
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Fairhaven Health is a company devoted to supporting families from the very beginning. From fertility information to pregnancy supplements to breastfeeding products, Fairhaven has this baby-making thing figured out! And they've graciously sponsored a giveaway for our loyal readers! One winner will receive one each of the following: Milkies Milk-Saver: This thing is a lifesaver for many new moms. You simply slip it under your shirt over the breast you're not feeding your baby with and with little effort you're stockpiling that freezer like nobody's business! You can read my review of the Milk-Saver here on my blog. Milkies Milk … [Read more...]
Workplace Breastfeeding Laws
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Six weeks after my daughter was born, I went back to work at the hospital PRN (two shifts every 28 days). Doing this was one of the hardest things I have done. My daughter was still a newborn, but because of finances it had to be done. When I went back to work, I was thankful for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) because it improved breastfeeding laws for me and women all across the country. One of the most important sections of the law required the hospital I worked at to provide a break time and a room for employees to pump their breast milk. Workplace Breastfeeding Laws The ACA was passed by Congress on March 21, 2010. On March … [Read more...]
Marijuana and Breastfeeding: Is smoking weed okay for my breastfed baby?
As with any parenting decision, breastfeeding your infant can sometimes be a controversial matter. Breastfeeding is not easy and it puts a lot of limits on many mothers' lifestyles. You have to control what you eat, if you drink, change your smoking habits, and decide if some of your normal activities can affect the growth of your children. Although the topic of using marijuana and breastfeeding your baby has a lot of information from both sides, it is important to weigh both the pros and cons of THC on a nursing child. First and Foremost... Consider your local laws and regulations in regards to marijuana. You should avoid illegal … [Read more...]
Constipation in Breastfed Babies: One Mother’s Experience
If you've spent any time in breastfeeding message boards, you have heard the typical lines about constipation in breastfed babies - it can't happen. Just wait it out. It's normal for baby to go up to 2 weeks between poops because breastmilk is such perfect nutrition there simply isn't any waste. Well, that's true, except when it isn't. I was one of those moms who would say those things. I mean, I had been through three children - 2 of them completely breastfed and one with partial formula. I thought I knew it all. I had spent lots of time on message boards and blogs. Any mention of giving juice or water or suppositories for constipation … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Yeast Medications – Treating Yeast Infections
You may occasionally meet a very unwelcome visitor during the course of your breastfeeding relationship. That visitor is a nasty fungi known as yeast, and it can make you and your baby miserable. Once you know you've got a problem with yeast, you will be wondering about breastfeeding and yeast medications. What's safe? How can you get rid of this miserable infection? How can you keep it from coming back? How do I know if I have a yeast infection? Yeast infections are miserable. You may be familiar with a yeast infection of the vagina, but your nipples can also become infected when you are breastfeeding. If your nipples become … [Read more...]
Normal Problems While Breastfeeding Your Newborn
Okay mamas, let's all face it, breastfeeding really isn't the easiest thing in the world. Sometimes breastfeeding is so difficult in those first several weeks that once you overcome it you feel like you deserve a medal, twenty four hours worth of uninterrupted sleep, and a glass of wine. But let's get real here, there's no breastfeeding medals or trophies, the idea of uninterrupted sleep is laughable, and wine doesn't exactly mix well with breastfeeding. Breastfeeding can be difficult those first several weeks primarily because of the problems that can come up. So what are normal problems while breastfeeding your … [Read more...]
Drinking Alcohol and Breastfeeding: What You Should Know
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Many new moms, after abstaining from alcohol for an entire pregnancy, look forward to enjoying a cold adult beverage after delivering their babies. One of the biggest concerns for many moms who are looking forward to that celebratory beer or glass of wine is whether drinking alcohol and breastfeeding is safe for their infants. There is good news for moms! Drinking alcohol and breastfeeding isn't completely off the table as was once thought. Research now suggests that it is safe to consume one or two drinks and still breastfeed. Like anything else a nursing mother puts into her body, drinking alcohol and breastfeeding is something that … [Read more...]
