There are a number of reasons for painful feeding. These include swollen breasts, enlarged or inverted nipples, blocked milk ducts, mastitis, thrush or improper latching or positioning. There are a few...
There are a number of ways you can help increase your milk supply. Firstly, encourage your baby to breastfeed frequently and for as long as she wants. Offer both breasts...
If possible, try to give your baby nothing but breast milk until she is six months old. Exclusive breastfeeding will give her the best possible healthy start in life! When your...
Doctors define colic as 3 or more hours a day of continued crying, 3 days a week, 3 days in a row. There is no single treatment that always gives...
Although it still unclear what actually causes sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) studies in recent years have proved certain techniques that help to significantly reduce the risk. Always put your baby...
When your baby is six weeks old, she may be ready to start following a sleeping routine. You need to pay attention to your baby’s own natural temperament and let...
You can introduce solids anytime between 4 and 6 months if your baby is ready. Until then, breast milk or formula provides all the calories and nourishment your baby needs...
Until your baby is around 6 months old they will get adequate hydration they need from breast milk or formula, even in hot weather. Giving a baby younger than 6...
Your baby may be crying due to the following reasons: He is hungry. He has a wet nappy and needs changing. He is uncomfortable. Check his clothes for any tags out of place...
Breast pumping will help you share the feeding duties to allow more time to sleep or ensure a smooth transition back to work. Here are some tips for pumping successfully: Buy the...