The very first breastfeeding advice I received was from a well-intentioned nurse at the hospital. She told me to pinch my boob and hold it like a hamburger, as I did what I was told she pushed the back of my baby's head onto my breast. "There has to be a better way," I thought. My intention is for us to be kinder to our breasts and ourselves as we try to breastfeed our … [Read more...] about Breastfeeding tips: no, my boob is not a hamburger
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Microbiome, birth, and baby: What you need to know
Micro- what? The microbiome is something scientists and doctors are learning more about everyday. The microbiome plays a big role in our overall health and well-being. This is true for even the tiniest of us, newborn babies. I had the chance to talk with Toni Harman, director and producer of the film, MicroBirth. Find out exactly what the microbiome is and how it plays a role … [Read more...] about Microbiome, birth, and baby: What you need to know
When, how to wean baby to cow’s milk
Is your baby ready for cow's milk? Although the question of when to begin introducing a baby to cow’s milk seems black and white, it really is not that clear. In some cultures the recommendation is around 9 months, others around a year, and some cultures it’s not the norm to give an infant cow’s milk at all. In the United States, the general recommendation is to transition an … [Read more...] about When, how to wean baby to cow’s milk
Should I stay or should I go? Pregnant at work
Introducing a new bi-weekly column So, you’re about to have a baby. It is only natural you might be worried about his or her health, how the delivery will go, will breast-feeding be a challenge, will you ever get your figure back, and, importantly, will you be the kind of mother you hope to be. You are also probably wondering how the heck you’re going to integrate this … [Read more...] about Should I stay or should I go? Pregnant at work
New study finds babies breastfed longer are smarter
We all know that breastfeeding is good for baby, with recent studies finding all kinds of new benefits. However, there has long been a debate about how long an infant should be breastfed for. While many experts agree that the ideal time-frame is around six to eight months, a new study has found that babies who are breastfed for at least twelve months tend to have a higher … [Read more...] about New study finds babies breastfed longer are smarter