What Is a Lactation Consultant and How Do I Find One? Breastfeeding, most new moms think, should come naturally. After all, that’s what breasts are for, right? But breastfeeding doesn’t always come easily for new moms, especially if they’ve never been around other moms who’ve breastfed. New moms may wonder, “What is a lactation consultant [...]

When you’re talking about breastfeeding and birth control, two areas of concern come up: Using breastfeeding as a natural birth control method and other (synthetic) birth control methods and their safety while breastfeeding. We’ll discuss both of those issues here. Breastfeeding as a birth control method If you don’t want to become pregnant soon after [...]

If you’re feeling frustrated with breastfeeding, remind yourself of why you wanted to nurse your baby in the first place, then run – don’t walk – to find the help you need to continue to breastfeed. If you’re having breastfeeding frustrations, here are some tips to help you find the support you need. 1. Remember [...]