When you’re nursing, you really are eating for two. This is even more true for breastfeeding than for pregnancy. You require more calories – 500 more as opposed to 300 more when pregnant. Many breastfeeding moms, especially in the early weeks, find that they are more thirsty and hungrier than they’ve ever felt in their [...]

Many dads worry they won’t be able to bond with their new baby because the mother is breastfeeding.  They feel they might miss out on the closeness that comes from feeding a baby. However, there are many breastfeeding benefits for the father that he may not have thought of: •    Breastfeeding is Cost Effective Daddy [...]

If your baby has an earache, feeding may hurt. When your baby swallows it may be painful for him.  Keep this in mind if your baby ever suddenly refuses the breast. photo credit: redjar At the same time, it’s important to keep nursing when your little one comes down with an earache because your milk [...]

Partial breast feeding is when you nurse your baby but also feed him or her formula to supplement.  Some people will tell you that there is no benefit to only giving your baby some breast milk but they are wrong. Only a drop of colostrum (early milk) or breast milk will give your baby antibodies [...]

Yeast infections are not uncommon among breastfeeding women.  Due to the moistness nursing moms experience due to leakage, baby’s wet mouth, and warmth in a bra, it creates the perfect environment for yeast to thrive. It can be tough to keep your breasts dry especially if you experience a lot of leakage and cannot keep [...]

Are you wondering what the stars are wearing for nursing bras this season?  Nursing moms everywhere are admiring the nursing bra Jennifer Garner is wearing, the Bravado Original Nursing Bra.  This bra comes in seven stylish colors: blush, butterscotch, white, sky blue, black, leopard, and butterfly.  The material is made of 92% cotton and 8% [...]

Looking sexy while breastfeeding isn’t always easy but Passion Spice nursing bras have made it possible! The Macy bra has a sexy style as well as the comfort you need in a nursing bra.  It’s made from microfiber, which keeps moisture away keeping you dry and clean.  When it’s time to nurse, all you need [...]

Breastfeeding and dads isn’t an odd combination. Breastfeeding is the act of giving your baby the best nourishment available, along with a supreme sense of comfort and security. It’s not a way to exclude dads. photo credit: surekat Dads who support breastfeeding are extremely valuable to a nursing mom. Dads can offer encouragement, be a [...]

Pregnancy causes you to make some changes in your diet. Hopefully, you’re trying to eat more fruits and vegetables and not so many sweets. You stop drinking alcohol and even caffeine. And your Doctor probably instructed you to stay away from sushi and other raw or undercooked meats. However, there’s no need for you to [...]

Using a sling when you’re breastfeeding can provide a lot of convenience for you and comfort for baby. Wearing baby in a sling gives her the sensation of closeness while freeing your hands to go about your daily tasks. The movements of your body can be calming for your little one, much like the way [...]