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Importance of Breastfeeding for the Black Mom!!

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May 12, 2020
2 min

Importance of Breastfeeding for the Black Mom!!

I hope that African American women pay particular attention to the information provided here.this particular guide is geared towards African American women. The reason being is that so many of us are not aware of the facts and benefits of breastfeeding. A clear understanding of these facts will empower us to take the early childcare steps that can prevent our babies from growing up with chronic health conditions. Studies show that there are huge social and economic disparitie

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May 7, 2020
1 min

Menstruation Cycle & Milk Supply

Have you ever wondered why??!! Am I doing something wrong? when menstrual cycle starts back which can literally occur at any time during your breastfeeding or pumping journey. But if you are one of the lucky mothers who have not gotten your menstrual at all, I'd like to say Lucky You!!! I myself am one of the lucky ones and I enjoyed not having one while breastfeeding both my children for 7 years! I want you to know that some women experience a drop in milk supply from ovula

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Bereavement through Infant Loss or Miscarriages

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May 7, 2020
2 min

Bereavement through Infant Loss or Miscarriages

I'd like to start off by saying that YOU ARE NOT ALONE!! I myself have had two miscarriages and it was an experience of a lifetime. Feelings of not having a "good enough body", I would say to myself. Feeling like I perhaps caused the miscarriage in a way. It is a very unclear circumstance. The definition of a miscarriage is caused by the seperation of the fetus and placenta from the uterine wall. Miscarriages normally happen during the first trimester which is three months of

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Apr 22, 2020
2 min

Biting.....WHY does your baby bite while breastfeeding? Do I need to wean once my baby gets teeth?

So, you are going through your journey of motherhood and now your baby is biting "while you breastfeed".... The real truth is that a baby who is at the breasts correctly CAN NOT nurse and bite.Yes you read that right! You do not have to wean your baby just because your baby is getting teeth, but you damn sure need to make sure to protect your nipples.... It is impossible for your baby to bite because when you breasts feed the tongue covers your bottom teeth and gums while you

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One big breasts, One small breasts OMG!!

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Apr 13, 2020
1 min

One big breasts, One small breasts OMG!!

My breasts are lop-sided! Do you have a problem with your breasts being lop- sided? Does your baby latch only on one breasts? Does your baby prefer one breasts than the other? This is very common and shouldn’t cause any problems when breastfeeding. If it’s not bothering you or your baby, there’s no need to do anything about it, but there are things you can try if you feel self-conscious. Here are some solutions to your lopsided breasts! If baby prefers one breasts more than t

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What's in your breast milk? Breast milk composition!

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Apr 13, 2020
1 min

What's in your breast milk? Breast milk composition!

Your breasts milk is full of nutrients that will protect your baby. Did you know that your breasts milk changes over time to meet all of what your baby needs? There are literally millions of live cells (immune boosting white blood cells and stem cells which helps with babies organs to heal and develop correctly. All breasts milk is made up of Amino Acids, also good bacteria for your baby's gut health. At any time you feed your baby your breasts milk helps support healthy dev

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Apr 13, 2020
1 min

Do I really need to change my pump pieces?

Short answer is YES!! It is a must especially if you are an exclusively pumper that you change your pump pieces. If you do not you will see a difference in how much output of milk comes from your flange and then get discourage thinking it has something to do with your supply. It is very important as an exclusively pumper o change your pump parts every 30 days for specific parts. Below I will list exactly what it is that you need to change. I hope from this blog th at you get

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Mar 2, 2020
1 min

Bloody Breast milk OMG!! What to do?

Did you know you can still give your breastfed baby this milk below! Blood in breast milk is not harmful to your breastfed baby and is a common occurrence in the first week or so after a baby's birth if using a pump because you may not have the correct flange size for pumping. Other causes are: cracked nipples and capillaries in the breasts I would suggest you focus on using your pump correctly, be sure your flange sizes are a comfortable fit and talk to a Lactation Consulta

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Mar 2, 2020
1 min

How do I know if I have an inverted nipple?

There is what we call The Pinch Test! Its simple and easy way to see if you MAY have an inverted or flat nipple. But remember you can still breast feed. The only thing you need to do is press your thumb and finger together, while having your nipple in between your fingers and thumb. If your nipple protrudes or comes out the everything is fine, but if not here are some ways you can prepare your breasts for breastfeeding! Try pumping to help get your nipples to protrude for you

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Wet Diapers and Solid Diapers For breastfed Babies

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Feb 22, 2020
1 min

Wet Diapers and Solid Diapers For breastfed Babies

1-2 days ( 2 wet diapers) 3-4 days ( 3 wet diapers) 5-2 weeks(at least 6 wet diapers) Did you know breastfed babies can go up to 7-10 days without having a bowel movement. Breast milk is made up of approx. 80% water! So no need to give baby any water while breastfeeding to avoid water intoxication, We recommend you do not mix breast milk with formula to avoid Water intoxication and to keep baby's digestive tract stable! If you feel baby is not getting enough wet diapers, be s

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