Build the ultimate list of breastfeeding essentials You’d think breastfeeding only requires two things: a mom’s breasts. While that is technically true, we know from real-mom experience that a few handy pieces of breastfeeding gear will make the journey go…
Get all the answers to your most pressing postpartum period questions Pregnancy comes hand in hand with all sorts of discomforts, but nine months without a period isn’t one of them. But after your baby is born, you might have…
The low down on “let-down” and what new moms need to know After the milk is synthesized, it needs to be removed from the breast by the baby or pump. The body uses the Milk Ejection Reflex (MER) also known…
How to increase your milk supply Following the arrival of your baby, your lactation relationship begins. The delivery of the placenta drops your body’s progesterone level, and over the next several days, the hormones of pregnancy decrease enough to allow…
What you need to know about going back to work as a nursing mom Many moms have mixed feelings about going back to work. From leaving your child for the first time, to being eager to get back to the…
Sleep Tips for New Moms and Newborns Sleep is so important to your health, but that doesn’t mean it’s always easy to get. As a new mom, it can seem like there’s not enough time in the day to close…
Some advice on picking the right breast pump, courtesy of Ashland Health moms With all of the breast pump models on the market, choosing the right pump for your lifestyle can feel pretty overwhelming. To help you narrow down the…
Why it’s so important to prioritize self-care as a mother When your new baby arrives, your life changes in an instant. Your role as a mom takes priority as you work to keep this brand-new human alive. Especially in the…
Make a smooth transition from breast to bottle with our top tips One constant in motherhood: things are always changing. Just when you’ve gotten the hang of nursing, you might find it’s time to introduce your baby to a bottle….