Breastfeeding articles you can trust, written by midwife and IBCLC, Rene Sandeman.
Breastfeeding can be an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling experience for both mothers and babies, but it can also be challenging and overwhelming at the beginning. Having a breastfeeding checklist before your baby is born can give you a great head start. Breastfeeding provides so many benefits for both the baby and the mother so it’s…
Breastfeeding is a natural process between a mother and her baby that provides essential nutrients and bonding opportunities for them both. It can however come with some challenges! In the first few days of breastfeeding, when the breasts start filling with more milk, some women experience full, firm breasts that can be painful to manage….
Antenatal expressing, when done safely and with guidance from the health professionals looking after you, can give you that little headstart that you may need if challenges arise for you or your baby.
Often mums feel they are low in supply or they are told their baby isn’t getting enough milk. This article will help recommend ways to boost your milk supply, yet if you find you’re still struggling, before you make any drastic changes or resort to bottles or artificial baby milk, reach out for support from…
“First of all, I just want to thank you Rene from the bottom of my heart for your kindness, patience and amazing ability to connect with me to help not only begin my journey of breastfeeding but to continue helping me through till the very end.” – Emily
Want to set up a good milk supply from the start? Read on to find out 10 steps to establish a great supply.
Many new mothers worry about having enough breast milk for their babies. Low supply is a very common concern. So how do you know if you have a genuine low supply? Could it just be a perceived low supply?
Many of my consults have had a common theme. Thrush! So I thought I’d have a chat with you about nipple and ductal thrush in breastfeeding mothers and their babies. Mums initially contact me with nipple pain, when previously they have been traveling quite nicely without any issues at all. Or otherwise, I am finding…