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By Jacquelyn Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC I had met my breastfeeding goals with three out of my four children, with the fourth still nursing once or twice a day. Number four was about 2.5 years old and had decided he only needed “milkies” at naptime and bedtime. I was comfortable with this, and we […]
By Jacque Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC Instagram, Facebook, Mom Groups, even TV commercials and our own circles of friends all seem to be telling us there is something we could be doing better…..especially when it comes to motherhood! Be sure you avoid that epidural. Only use 100% organic cotton garments on your little bundle. […]
Benefits of Baby Wearing By: Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC It doesn’t matter what Grandma Susie says you can’t spoil a baby. It’s biologically normal for babies to want to be held. All around the world mothers have worn their babies for centuries in specially designed fabric wraps, ring slings and carriers. In recent times, […]
By Jacquelyn Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC A breath mint, candy cane, or peppermint patty all seem pretty harmless, right? Did you know that peppermint is often the sneaky culprit of reduced milk supply? Most moms don’t! So, to make it easier for nursing moms, we’ve compiled a list of some little known milk supply […]
By: Mirine Richey, MPH, IBCLC The Flu and Coronavirus: Can your milk or pump be at risk? You can’t avoid the stories and worries of influenza (flu) and now COVID-19 (coronavirus). If you are pregnant or providing milk for a baby, the worry can be even worse! Let’s take a brief look at both of […]
photo credit: @Blush Bouquet Photography on INSTAGRAM By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC Fear of childbirth is real y’all! You can easily drive yourself crazy thinking about your dream birth plan and whether it will even happen. And of course, there’s the breastfeeding. Will I even be able to do it? Pregnancy and birth can […]
By Jacquelyn Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC The fact is that most moms over 35 have healthy babies and normal pregnancies. There are increased risks for mothers experiencing pregnancy after age 35, but the risks are still relatively low. The increased risk of pregnancy complications correlates to potential increased difficulty in breastfeeding as well. So, […]
By Jacquelyn Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC Breastmilk contains over 200 components, and that’s just what scientists have discovered so far! It is no surprise that breastmilk is the optimal food for babies, but what exactly is in it anyway? With macronutrients, micronutrients, trace minerals, bioactive components and more, breastmilk truly is a living food! […]