One of the main reasons I chose to breastfeed Audrey was because of the bond that it would help us create. Because we live so far away from family, we already knew that she would be all that we had for at least a few years. I wanted to her to feel secure and know that we would always be here for her. I knew that breastfeeding was the first step to building our mother-daughter … [Read more...] about Why I chose to breastfeed
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Simple Wishes All-In-One Bra
For any mom who will be returning to work and need to breast pump this bra would be a worthwhile investment. The Simple Wishes B3 All-In-One Bra allows you to breast feed on one breast while pumping on the other. This is incredibly helpful for a myriad of reasons. For the last two months I have been pumping in order to increase my milk production and also to create some type of … [Read more...] about Simple Wishes All-In-One Bra
Satsuma Nursing Pads
Satsuma nursing pads are fantastic! I selected them because they are organic and made with bamboo. I had read that for washable nursing pads bamboo is the most absorbent and non-irritating. I have had no skin/nipple irritation, and my skin does seem to be more sensitive than most, especially when there is a moist/dampness factor. When I first saw them I thought that they … [Read more...] about Satsuma Nursing Pads
Can you breastfeed with nipple piercings?
When you're preparing for pregnancy, you probably have a lot of concerns about changes you'll have to make to your lifestyle and your body for your baby. For example, according to NBC News, 14 percent of women have body piercings, and if you happen to have pierced nipples, you may be wondering what that means for breastfeeding. Will you be able to keep your … [Read more...] about Can you breastfeed with nipple piercings?
Can women with breast implants breastfeed?
There are many reasons why women choose to get breast implants. Maybe it's because they want to feel more confident about their bodies. Perhaps it's to reshape them after surgery. But in any case, many women wonder whether they'll be able to breastfeed with their fake breasts if they experience a pregnancy afterward. Even celebrity pregnancies share this concern, most notably … [Read more...] about Can women with breast implants breastfeed?