The importance of paternity leave when breastfeeding
Dads. Let’s not forget the important role you play in the success of breastfeeding this World Breastfeeding…
Maternity leave and reduced infant mortality rates
Starting World Breastfeeding Week 2023 with an interesting fact. Did you know that longer maternity leave is…
Abrupt/Cold turkey weaning: Risks and considerations
Breastfeeding is a normal and natural way for mothers to nourish and bond with their babies. However,…
Breast Refusal: Possible causes and solutions
What is breast refusal? Breast refusal, also known as breastfeeding aversion or nursing strike, is when a…
Expected weight gain in a breastfed infant
How much weight should a breastfed baby be gaining? The number 1 question and worry in breastfeeding…
Bottle feeding and bottle refusal
Bottle refusal If you regularly have to leave your little one with someone else, or you’re going…
Growth spurts
Growth spurts What is a growth spurt? A growth spurt is a time during which your baby…
The fourth trimester
The fourth trimester What is the fourth trimester? The fourth trimester is the 12-week period immediately after…
Making more milk – Galactagogues
Making more milk – Galactagogues What is a galactagogue? A galactagogue is a substance that is believed…
How long should children really breastfeed for?
How long should children really breastfeed for? There’s no right or wrong answer here, every breastfeeding dyad…