Breastfeeding Beyond Infancy is the Norm…in Much of the World
According to UNICEF data, most women around the world breastfeed children past the 12-month mark. In fact, it’s considered the norm. As an expectant or new mom we very likely heard that “breast is...
View ArticleStudy: Immune Cells Found in Breast Milk Make It Irreplaceable
As if we didn’t already know how valuable breast milk is, researchers have discovered a team of immune cells in breast milk that are ready to conquer potential pathogens. There is a plethora of...
View Article10 Things You Might Not Know About Breastfeeding
Go beyond the basics of breastfeeding. We’ve compiled a list of 10 facts you may not have known about the practice of breastfeeding, and the info needs to be out there! Thankfully, breastfeeding is...
View ArticleStudy Says Breastfeeding Reduces Postpartum Depression-With A Twist
As research continues to confirm that breastfeeding significantly reduces the risk that new mothers will experience postpartum depression, the Maternal and Child Health Journal report looked at...
View ArticleExtended Breastfeeding: Why Nursing Beyond Infancy Is Normal and Natural
While there have been great strides in normalizing breastfeeding for babies, there still remains quite a bit of drama surrounding the practice of a breastfeeding toddler. This guest post originally...
View ArticleWhat I Really Wish I’d Known About Breastfeeding Before I Had Kids
I want to start this post with a little disclaimer. Breastfeeding is a very sensitive topic for moms. Many moms are SO very passionate about nursing while some aren’t into it at all. Some moms want to...
View ArticleA Case For Co-Sleeping: The Tale Of A Mama On A Co-Sleepless Night
Co-sleeping has benefits that we just can’t even begin to put into words. Special little nuances that will only be remembered as the feel of our children in our arms as they went to dreamland. But...
View ArticleMyth Busted: Getting Pregnant While Breastfeeding Is A Thing
Have well-meaning friends and family told you that breastfeeding means you can’t get pregnant? Think again! Many mothers fall for the old wives’ tale that says you can’t get pregnant while...
View ArticleBreastfeeding 101: Beating the Booby Traps of Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is the most natural thing in the world, and yet…sometimes, it feels everything but. Here are some great tips for beating the Booby Traps of Breastfeeding. Guest post by Kristen Tea In...
View ArticleBreastfeeding is the Bomb And Here’s Why: A Dad’s Perspective
When asked about a dad’s perspective on breastfeeding, I admit I get a kick out of that title, The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding. This is the name of the book published by La Leche League, and it’s the...
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