Giving Birth During the COVID-19 Pandemic Will you be giving birth during the pandemic? For many women, this current situation may feel like a tough time to be pregnant. In addition to the normal fears of childbirth and becoming a new mom, you also have to worry about exposure to coronavirus, making sure you have…
Studies have shown that working is associated with a shorter duration of breastfeeding. This is especially true for women who take short maternity leaves and/or go back to work full time (source). If pumping at work has got you stressed out, you’re not alone! As a mom working full-time away from home, I struggle with…
Are you a new mom who just had a c-section and wants to breastfeed your baby? Are you planning to have a c-section and want to prepare for breastfeeding after delivery? Studies show that breastfeeding rates are lower in moms who have had a c-section than those who delivered vaginally. However, with the right education…
Tummy time milestones for three to six month olds. Plus, tips and activities for when your baby doesn’t like tummy time. It is well known that infants should be placed on their backs to sleep. This position, as well as other precautions such as lying your baby on a flat, firm surface, reduces the risk…
As a mom of two, I have both breastfed and formula fed my children. At different times, I have exclusively breastfed, I’ve exclusively pumped, I’ve done a combination of breastfeeding and pumping while supplementing with formula which led to just formula feeding. Both breastfeeding and formula feeding have pros and cons. I strongly support the…